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Weather in Eastern Cape for May 2027

Your guide to Eastern Cape weather in May - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Eastern Cape at the beginning of May is 22.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 21.4 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Eastern Cape experiences moderate rainfall in May, with an average of 8 rainy days and a total precipitation of 74.8 mm.

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  • Is May a good time to visit Eastern Cape? check out the best time to travel to Eastern Cape page.

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Average dry days
23
Dry days
Average rainy days
8
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
22°/14°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
22 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
70 %
Avg humidity

Eastern Cape Weather May

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

What’s the Weather Like in Eastern Cape This May?

Discover the average temperatures and weather trends across Eastern Cape’s cities this May.
SunnyPort Elizabeth22 °C / 14 °CSunnyEast London23 °C / 16 °CSunnyMthatha24 °C / 10 °CSunnyJeffreys Bay22 °C / 12 °CSunnyUitenhage22 °C / 12 °CSunnyGrahamstown20 °C / 16 °CSunnyQueenstown20 °C / 9 °CSunnySterkspruit18 °C / 6 °CSunnyDimbaza20 °C / 9 °CPatchy rain possibleKing William’s Town21 °C / 15 °CMore Locations

Temperatures trend during May in Eastern Cape

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

May weather in Eastern Cape day by day

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April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 May Sunny
Sunny
 21° /14° 0 mm 4.5
2 May Sunny
Sunny
 22° /13° 0.8 mm 4.5
3 May Sunny
Sunny
 26° /15° 0.5 mm 4.4
4 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 24° /15° 0.7 mm 4.3
5 May Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 23° /14° 13.1 mm 4.3
6 May Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 21° /15° 16.3 mm 4.2
7 May Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 20° /15° 11.3 mm 4.2
8 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /14° 1.9 mm 4.1
9 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 23° /13° 0 mm 4
10 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 23° /14° 0 mm 4
11 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 19° /12° 0.9 mm 3.9
12 May Light rain
Light rain
 19° /12° 3.9 mm 3.9
13 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 20° /13° 0.1 mm 3.8
14 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 24° /13° 0 mm 3.8
15 May Sunny
Sunny
 22° /13° 0 mm 3.7
16 May Sunny
Sunny
 24° /13° 0 mm 3.7
17 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 23° /15° 0 mm 3.6
18 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 22° /15° 0.2 mm 3.6
19 May Light rain
Light rain
 22° /15° 6.5 mm 3.5
20 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 23° /15° 0.6 mm 3.5
21 May Light rain
Light rain
 22° /15° 3.5 mm 3.4
22 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 21° /15° 1.1 mm 3.4
23 May Light drizzle
Light drizzle
 20° /14° 0.6 mm 3.4
24 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 21° /13° 1.7 mm 3.3
25 May Sunny
Sunny
 23° /15° 0.3 mm 3.3
26 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /13° 1.6 mm 3.2
27 May Sunny
Sunny
 21° /12° 0.3 mm 3.2
28 May Sunny
Sunny
 24° /13° 0 mm 3.2
29 May Light rain
Light rain
 21° /15° 2.6 mm 3.1
30 May Light rain
Light rain
 22° /14° 3.1 mm 3.1
31 May Light rain
Light rain
 20° /13° 3.1 mm 3.1
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Eastern Cape 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 Eastern Cape forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Eastern Cape in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Eastern Cape during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 22° and cooler nights around 14°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.

How much rainfall should be expected in Eastern Cape during May?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Eastern Cape during May, with a total of 74.8 mm spread over approximately 8 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.

What are the typical wind conditions in Eastern Cape during May?
The average wind speed in Eastern Cape during May is 22 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

May rainfall patterns in Eastern Cape

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Eastern Capes May weather 💧
Typically, Eastern Cape has 8 rainy days in May with a total of 74.8 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Eastern Cape during May

Stay informed about UV levels for safe outdoor activities throughout the month of May ☀️
Provinces in Eastern Cape
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Buffalo City Metropolitan MunicipalityChris Hani District MunicipalityJoe Gqabi District MunicipalityNelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan MunicipalityOR Tambo District MunicipalitySarah Baartman District Municipality
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DimbazaEast LondonGrahamstownJeffreys BayKing William’s TownMthathaPort ElizabethQueenstownSterkspruitUitenhage
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