Average weather for Mpumalanga in May
It's warm in May in Mpumalanga with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 14°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Mpumalanga with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 14°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 25°C, with nights around 13°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Mpumalanga is around 24°C, while nighttime temps are about 12°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
In May, there is an average of 25 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Mpumalanga in May |
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24°C | 22°C | |
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26°C | 28°C | |
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22°C | -5°C | |
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25 mm | 105 mm | |
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4 days | 14 days |
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.
Is May a good time to visit Mpumalanga?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Mpumalanga. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2018, Mpumalanga reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 13°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 5°C to a highest value of 18°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Mpumalanga
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Mpumalanga, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Mpumalanga
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Mpumalanga, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed 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 it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 4 days of precipitation in Mpumalanga.
Daily UV index in May in Mpumalanga
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Mpumalanga, 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 Mpumalanga over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Mpumalanga, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Mpumalanga over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Mpumalanga, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Mpumalanga
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