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Weather in Richards Bay for May 2026

Your guide to Richards Bay weather in May - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Richards Bay at the beginning of May is 25.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 24.4 °C by the end of May.

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  • The climate of Richards Bay in May is notably wet, with an average of 12 rainy days, and a total of 33.7 mm of precipitation.

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Average dry days
19
Dry days
Average rainy days
12
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
25°/17°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
24 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
71 %
Avg humidity

Richards Bay Weather May

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

Temperatures trend during May in Richards Bay

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May weather in Richards Bay day by day

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April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 24° /20° 6.2 mm 7
2 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 23° /18° 3.4 mm 7
3 May Sunny
Sunny
 24° /17° 0.5 mm 7
4 May Sunny
Sunny
 25° /16° 0.5 mm 7
5 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 25° /16° 0.2 mm 7
6 May Sunny
Sunny
 28° /17° 0 mm 9
7 May Sunny
Sunny
 29° /17° 0 mm 9
8 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 25° /18° 0.4 mm 7
9 May Sunny
Sunny
 28° /19° 0.1 mm 8
10 May Sunny
Sunny
 31° /18° 0 mm 9
11 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 23° /20° 2.1 mm 6
12 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 21° /18° 4 mm 6
13 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 23° /16° 2.4 mm 7
14 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 25° /17° 1.1 mm 7
15 May Sunny
Sunny
 26° /17° 0 mm 8
16 May Sunny
Sunny
 26° /17° 0 mm 8
17 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 26° /18° 0.1 mm 7
18 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 24° /18° 1.4 mm 7
19 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 27° /18° 0.1 mm 8
20 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 29° /18° 0 mm 9
21 May Sunny
Sunny
 26° /18° 1.6 mm 7
22 May Sunny
Sunny
 23° /16° 1.6 mm 7
23 May Sunny
Sunny
 25° /16° 0 mm 8
24 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 22° /16° 1.8 mm 7
25 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 24° /16° 1 mm 7
26 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 24° /15° 0.1 mm 7
27 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 22° /17° 4.1 mm 6
28 May Sunny
Sunny
 25° /15° 0 mm 8
29 May Sunny
Sunny
 27° /15° 0 mm 8
30 May Sunny
Sunny
 26° /15° 0.3 mm 7
31 May Light drizzle
Light drizzle
 23° /17° 0.7 mm 7
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Richards Bay 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 Richards Bay forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Richards Bay in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Richards Bay during May?
During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 25° and lows near 17°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Richards Bay during May?
In May, Richards Bay can expect light to moderate rainfall, totaling 33.7 mm across approximately 12 days. Occasional showers are possible, and planning ahead for them could be helpful.
What are the typical wind conditions in Richards Bay during May?
The average wind speed in Richards Bay during May is 24 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

May rainfall patterns in Richards Bay

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UV exposure in Richards Bay during May

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