Monthly climate guide
Hoedspruit weather in May
Expect hot weather in Hoedspruit in May: afternoons reach about 28°C (82°F), while nights drop to around 14°C (57°F). Around 12 mm of rain falls over the month (very dry), and skies are mostly sunny. Daytime highs are about the same as April and 2°C warmer than June.
What stands out in May
- Seasonally, May counts as late autumn in Hoedspruit — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
- May is among Hoedspruit's three coolest months.
- It's one of the drier months, with about 79% less rain than Hoedspruit's average.
- Evenings cool off sharply: the daily range is around 14°C, so pack a layer.
Avg high
28°C
82°F
Avg low
14°C
57°F
Rainfall
12 mm
very dry
Humidity
59%
relative
Sky
20%
cloud · mostly sunny
Hoedspruit weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C / 88°F | 19°C / 67°F | 150 mm | 70% | 60% |
| February | 31°C / 89°F | 20°C / 67°F | 95 mm | 70% | 56% |
| March | 31°C / 88°F | 19°C / 66°F | 90 mm | 69% | 48% |
| April | 29°C / 83°F | 16°C / 62°F | 50 mm | 67% | 44% |
| May | 28°C / 82°F | 14°C / 57°F | 12 mm | 59% | 20% |
| June | 26°C / 78°F | 11°C / 53°F | 4 mm | 54% | 15% |
| July | 25°C / 77°F | 11°C / 52°F | 9 mm | 54% | 19% |
| August | 28°C / 82°F | 13°C / 55°F | 8 mm | 50% | 20% |
| September | 30°C / 86°F | 15°C / 59°F | 20 mm | 51% | 28% |
| October | 31°C / 88°F | 16°C / 61°F | 50 mm | 57% | 45% |
| November | 32°C / 90°F | 18°C / 64°F | 72 mm | 58% | 59% |
| December | 32°C / 90°F | 19°C / 67°F | 117 mm | 64% | 66% |
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- Sunglasses
Is May a good time to visit Hoedspruit?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Hoedspruit →Other South Africa cities in May
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Hoedspruit in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Hoedspruit?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Hoedspruit, with highs around 28°C and about 12 mm of rain.
How warm is Hoedspruit in May?
Average highs are about 28°C (82°F) and average lows about 14°C (57°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Hoedspruit in May?
Hoedspruit typically gets around 12 mm of rain in May — very dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Hoedspruit (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.