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When to go · Fish Hoek

Fish Hoek in May

Good month. Outside the best window (Oct–Apr for beach weather; Jun–Nov for whales). Across South Africa: Dry season starts in Kruger; first Cape rains. Good value.

Key facts

Verdict
Good
Temperature
20°C / 12°C
average high / low
Rain days
11
Crowds
Low
South Africa overall
Prices
Low
South Africa overall

Verdict

GoodSouth Africa month rating

Outside the best window (Oct–Apr for beach weather; Jun–Nov for whales). Across South Africa: Dry season starts in Kruger; first Cape rains. Good value.

Weather in May

Long-term averages
  • Fish HoekHighs around 20 °C, lows around 12 °C, rain on about 11 days

Crowds and prices

Crowds · South Africa overall
Low
Prices · South Africa overall
Low

South Africa overall: Dry season starts in Kruger; first Cape rains. Good value.

What to pack

  • A warm layer for the evenings
  • A rain jacket or umbrella and shoes that dry fast

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