May weather forecast
Capetown, CA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Capetown, California, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63°F (17.2°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

Capetown's shift into May is marked by a subtle change to a still refreshing 63°F (17.2°C) from April's 58.5°F (14.7°C) in temperature. Capetown's average low-temperature in May is measured at a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout May, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Capetown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.9 days and collects up to 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Capetown, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:41 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during May translates into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In May, in Capetown, the average high-temperature is 63°F (17.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Capetown, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Capetown, in May, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Capetown, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

How many hours of daylight does Capetown have in May?

In Capetown, the average day length in May is 14h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Capetown, California, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:41 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Capetown have in May?

In Capetown, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Capetown, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Capetown, CA

Average temperature in May - Capetown, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (39.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Capetown, CA

Average pressure in May - Capetown, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Capetown, CA

Average wind speed in May - Capetown, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Capetown, CA

Average humidity in May - Capetown, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Capetown, CA

Average rainfall in May - Capetown, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

Average rainfall days in May
Capetown, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Capetown, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Capetown, CA

Average snowfall in May - Capetown, CA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Capetown, CA

Average snowfall days in May - Capetown, CA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Capetown, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Capetown, CA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Capetown, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Capetown, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (11.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Capetown, CA

Average UV index in May - Capetown, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Capetown, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Capetown, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in May
Capetown, CA

Average visibility in May - Capetown, CA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July and August (5mi).

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