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Weather in Pietermaritzburg for May 2027

Your guide to Pietermaritzburg weather in May - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Pietermaritzburg at the beginning of May is 24.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 22.7 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Pietermaritzburg experiences moderate rainfall in May, with an average of 9 rainy days and a total precipitation of 31.7 mm.

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Average dry days
22
Dry days
Average rainy days
9
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
23°/10°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
11 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
63 %
Avg humidity

Pietermaritzburg Weather May

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April
June
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Partly cloudy
22°
2
Sunny
22°
3
Sunny
23°
4
Sunny
27°
5
Sunny
24°
6
Sunny
26°
7
Sunny
26°
8
Sunny
23°
9
Sunny
25°
10
Sunny
29°
11
Patchy rain possible
19°
12
Light rain shower
20°
13
Fog
22°
14
Fog
22°
15
Sunny
25°
16
Sunny
23°
17
Sunny
26°
18
Patchy rain possible
24°
19
Sunny
24°
20
Partly cloudy
25°
21
Sunny
25°
22
Sunny
23°
23
Sunny
24°
24
Light rain shower
21°
25
Sunny
21°
26
Patchy rain possible
23°
27
Partly cloudy
21°
28
Sunny
25°
29
Sunny
24°
30
Partly cloudy
24°
31
Sunny
21°

Temperatures trend during May in Pietermaritzburg

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May weather in Pietermaritzburg day by day

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April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 22° /13° 1.7 mm 5
2 May Sunny
Sunny
 22° /10° 2 mm 5
3 May Sunny
Sunny
 23° /10° 0 mm 6
4 May Sunny
Sunny
 27° /10° 0 mm 6
5 May Sunny
Sunny
 24° /12° 5.2 mm 6
6 May Sunny
Sunny
 26° /11° 0.3 mm 7
7 May Sunny
Sunny
 26° /11° 0 mm 7
8 May Sunny
Sunny
 23° /10° 0.5 mm 6
9 May Sunny
Sunny
 25° /10° 0 mm 6
10 May Sunny
Sunny
 29° /11° 0 mm 7
11 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /9° 0.3 mm 5
12 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 20° /9° 1.1 mm 4
13 May Fog
Fog
 22° /11° 1.4 mm 5
14 May Fog
Fog
 22° /11° 0.8 mm 5
15 May Sunny
Sunny
 25° /11° 0 mm 6
16 May Sunny
Sunny
 23° /12° 0.5 mm 5
17 May Sunny
Sunny
 26° /10° 0 mm 6
18 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 24° /11° 0 mm 5
19 May Sunny
Sunny
 24° /10° 0.1 mm 6
20 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 25° /11° 0.1 mm 6
21 May Sunny
Sunny
 25° /10° 1.7 mm 7
22 May Sunny
Sunny
 23° /9° 0 mm 5
23 May Sunny
Sunny
 24° /9° 7.2 mm 5
24 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 21° /10° 2.3 mm 5
25 May Sunny
Sunny
 21° /9° 0.1 mm 5
26 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 23° /9° 0 mm 5
27 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 21° /9° 0.1 mm 5
28 May Sunny
Sunny
 25° /9° 0 mm 6
29 May Sunny
Sunny
 24° /10° 0.2 mm 6
30 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 24° /10° 0.1 mm 6
31 May Sunny
Sunny
 21° /9° 4.3 mm 5
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Pietermaritzburg in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Pietermaritzburg forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Pietermaritzburg in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Pietermaritzburg during May?

Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 23° and cooler nights around 10°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.

How much rainfall should be expected in Pietermaritzburg during May?

In May, Pietermaritzburg can expect light to moderate rainfall, totaling 31.7 mm across approximately 9 days. Occasional showers are possible, and planning ahead for them could be helpful.

What are the typical wind conditions in Pietermaritzburg during May?

The average wind speed in Pietermaritzburg during May is 11 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

May rainfall patterns in Pietermaritzburg

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Pietermaritzburgs May weather 💧
Typically, Pietermaritzburg has 9 rainy days in May with a total of 31.7 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Pietermaritzburg during May

Stay informed about UV levels for safe outdoor activities throughout the month of May ☀️

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