Pietermaritzburg
May
Weather in Pietermaritzburg for May 2027
Your guide to Pietermaritzburg weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Pietermaritzburg at the beginning of May is 23.8 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 22.4 °C by the end of May.
With an average of 5 rainy days, Pietermaritzburg experiences minimal rainfall in May.
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26
Dry days
5
Rainy days
0
Snow days
23°/10°
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11 km/h
Avg max wind
64 %
Avg humidity
Pietermaritzburg Weather May
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Temperatures trend during May in Pietermaritzburg
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May weather in Pietermaritzburg day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| 1 May |  Patchy rain possible | 22° /13° | 1.7 mm | 5 | |
| 2 May | Patchy rain possible | 21° /10° | 2 mm | 5 | |
| 3 May |  Sunny | 23° /10° | 0 mm | 5.4 | |
| 4 May | Sunny | 26° /10° | 0 mm | 5.3 | |
| 5 May |  Light rain | 23° /12° | 5.2 mm | 5.2 | |
| 6 May | Sunny | 25° /12° | 0.3 mm | 5.2 | |
| 7 May | Sunny | 26° /11° | 0 mm | 5.1 | |
| 8 May | Sunny | 23° /11° | 0.5 mm | 5 | |
| 9 May | Sunny | 25° /10° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 10 May | Sunny | 29° /12° | 0 mm | 4.9 | |
| 11 May | Patchy rain possible | 19° /9° | 0.3 mm | 4.9 | |
| 12 May | Light rain shower | 20° /9° | 1.1 mm | 4 | |
| 13 May | Patchy rain possible | 22° /11° | 1.4 mm | 4.7 | |
| 14 May |  Fog | 21° /11° | 0.8 mm | 4.7 | |
| 15 May | Sunny | 25° /11° | 0 mm | 4.6 | |
| 16 May | Sunny | 22° /12° | 0.5 mm | 4.6 | |
| 17 May | Sunny | 25° /10° | 0 mm | 4.5 | |
| 18 May | Patchy rain possible | 23° /11° | 0 mm | 4.5 | |
| 19 May | Sunny | 24° /10° | 0.1 mm | 4.4 | |
| 20 May |  Partly cloudy | 25° /11° | 0.1 mm | 4.4 | |
| 21 May | Patchy rain possible | 25° /11° | 1.7 mm | 4.3 | |
| 22 May | Sunny | 23° /9° | 0 mm | 4.3 | |
| 23 May | Light rain | 23° /9° | 7.2 mm | 4.3 | |
| 24 May | Light rain shower | 20° /10° | 2.3 mm | 4.2 | |
| 25 May | Sunny | 21° /9° | 0.1 mm | 4.2 | |
| 26 May | Patchy rain possible | 22° /10° | 0 mm | 4.1 | |
| 27 May | Partly cloudy | 21° /9° | 0.1 mm | 4.1 | |
| 28 May | Sunny | 25° /9° | 0 mm | 4.1 | |
| 29 May | Sunny | 24° /11° | 0.2 mm | 4 | |
| 30 May | Partly cloudy | 23° /11° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 31 May | Light rain | 21° /10° | 4.3 mm | 4 | |
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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 30.3 mm across approximately 5 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
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Typically, Pietermaritzburg has 5 rainy days in May with a total of 30.3 mm of rainfall.
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