South AfricaThe weather in May in Durban
It's warm in May in Durban with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 24°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 16°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Durban. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Durban, South Africa. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2021, Durban reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 6°C to a highest value of 21°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Durban is 25°C this month. Lovely temperature for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 74 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Durban
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Durban. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Durban | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 25°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 27°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 12°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 74 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 9 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Durban with warm temps, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights around 16°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 25°C, with nights around 15°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Durban is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 14°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Durban, South Africa. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Durban
Temperature in May in Durban over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Durban, South Africa. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Durban
Total precipitation in May in Durban over the years
Daily UV index in May in Durban
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Durban, 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.
Weather experiences in May in Durban
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Temperatures were pleasant, ideal for sightseeing and beach visits, although occasional showers could be expected.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Durban by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Durban. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.