Average temperatures, rainfall and packing tips for Cape Town, South Africa in May
🌡️ Avg high
21°C
🌙 Avg low
12°C
🌧️ Rainfall
~22 mm
📊 Warmth rank
#8 of 12
May in Cape Town at a glance
May in Cape Town is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 21°C and nights near 12°C. Temperature-wise it sits mid-range for Cape Town (the 8th warmest month).
Rainfall is light in May: roughly 22 mm across the whole month.
What to pack for Cape Town in May
T-shirts and light layers
A light jacket or sweater for the evenings
Cape Town - year at a glance
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Is May a good time to visit Cape Town?
🧳 May is one of the most comfortable months to visit Cape Town - daytime temperatures sit in a pleasant range and it's a good pick for sightseeing and time outdoors.
In May, Cape Town averages a daytime high of about 21°C and a night-time low of around 12°C, based on recent historical data.
Does it rain in Cape Town in May?
Rainfall is light in May: roughly 22 mm across the whole month.
Is May a good time to visit Cape Town?
May is one of the most comfortable months to visit Cape Town - daytime temperatures sit in a pleasant range and it's a good pick for sightseeing and time outdoors.