Temperatures in May
It's pleasantly warm in May in Table Mountain National Park with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 14°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Table Mountain National Park in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Table Mountain National Park with warm temperatures, averaging around 24°C during the day and nights close to 12°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature drops to around 23°C, with nights close to 12°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Table Mountain National Park will be around 20°C, with nights close to 12°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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Precipitation in May
In May, there is an average of 105 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The average precipitation chance is 23% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Table Mountain National Park. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Table Mountain National Park in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
22°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
26°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
18°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
105 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
7 days | 8 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Table Mountain National Park?
After some sun? Then May isn’t the best time to be in Table Mountain National Park. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Table Mountain National Park in May
With 33°C, Table Mountain National Park hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 13°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 4°C to a high of 17°C.
Curious about the climate in other parts of South Africa? Check out the weather and climate in places like Cape Town, Krugerpark, Johannesburg, or have a look at other destinations in South Africa.
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Daily Temperature in May in Table Mountain National Park
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Table Mountain National Park, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Table Mountain National Park
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Table Mountain National Park, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 7 days of rain in Table Mountain National Park.
Daily UV Index in May in Table Mountain National Park
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Table Mountain National Park, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Table Mountain National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Table Mountain National Park, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Table Mountain National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Table Mountain National Park, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Table Mountain National Park
Click on a specific day in May for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Table Mountain National Park. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Table Mountain National Park by Month
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