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May is one of the best months to visit Durban for the best beach weather. It has the most sunshine and best sunbathing and swimming conditions of the year.
The weather in May is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into June. May has average maximum temperatures of 24°C (76°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 42% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.5 hours of sunshine per day.
May has total rainfall of 5.1cm (2.0inches) making it mostly dry with only light showers. There are just 6.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.
Sea temperatures are a warm 24°C (75°F). May is a good month for swimming in Durban with comfortable temperatures for most people. The sea temperature in May is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into June.
Also consider visiting Durban in one of the other best months of February, June, August, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
Yes, May is a good time for sunbathing in Durban.
May has average maximum temperatures of 24°C (76°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 42% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.5 hours of sunshine per day. May has total rainfall of 5.1cm (2.0inches) making it mostly dry with only light showers. There are just 6.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.
More about May temperature and sunshine.
Yes, May is a good month for swimming in Durban with warm sea temperatures 24°C (75°F).
More about May sea temperatures.
Yes, May is a good time for a holiday in Durban.
May has average maximum temperatures of 24°C (76°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 42% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.5 hours of sunshine per day. May has total rainfall of 5.1cm (2.0inches) making it mostly dry with only light showers. There are just 6.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days. Sea temperatures are a warm 24°C (75°F). May is a good month for swimming in Durban with comfortable temperatures for most people.
More about the May temperatures and sunshine.
Yes, Durban is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days in May.
The average maximum temperature in Durban in May is 24°C (76°F). The average maximum temperature is 25°C (78°) in the previous month and 24°C (74°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Durban in May is 20°C (68°F). The average temperature is 21°C (70°F) in the previous month and 18°C (65°F) in the next month.
More info about the May temperatures and sunshine.
The average day light hours per day in Durban in May are 10.6. The sunshine percentage is 42% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.5 hours of sunshine per day.
More about May sunshine.
The weather in May is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into June. The average maximum temperature in Durban in May is 24°C (76°F). The average maximum temperature is 25°C (78°F) in the previous month and 24°C (74°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Durban in May is 20°C (68°F). The average temperature is 21°C (70°F) in the previous month and 18°C (65°F) in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Durban in May is 15°C (60°F). The minimum temperature is 17°C (63°F) in the previous month and 13°C (55°F) in the next month.
The days in May are slightly shorter than the previous month and days continue to get marginally shorter into June. May has fewer hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to drop into June. During May the average day light hours are 10.6 per day in Durban. The sunshine percentage is 42% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.5 hours of sunshine per day.
The ultraviolet index in Durban in May is typically 4.9 during May. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Durban in May is 23.9°C (75.0°F) which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. The sea temperature in May is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into June.
May weather is significantly drier than the previous month and rainfall continues to drop into June. May has fewer days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into June. The average total rainfall in Durban in May is 5.1cm (2.0inches) and on average there are 6.5 rainy days in May making it a quite rainy time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Durban in May is 18°C (64°F) which is OK for most but slightly uncomfortable for some. The dew point is 19°C (65°F) in the previous month and 14°C (14°F) in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Durban in May is typically 87%. The maximum relative humidity is 85% in the previous month and 79.8% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Durban in May is typically 69.7%. The average relative humidity is 68.7% in the previous month and 59.8% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Durban in May is typically 20KM/H (12MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 21KM/H (13MPH) in the previous month and 19KM/H (12MPH) in the next month.
The average wind speed in Durban in May is typically 8KM/H (5MPH). The average wind speed is 9KM/H (6MPH) in the previous month and 9KM/H (5MPH) in the next month.
The average wind direction in Durban in May is from the West.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
