When to go · Kalk Bay
Kalk Bay in May
Good month. Outside the best window (Oct–Apr (dry, warm sea); whales visible Jun–Nov). Across South Africa: Dry season starts in Kruger; first Cape rains. Good value.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Good
- Temperature
- 19°C66°F / 8°C46°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 8
- Crowds
- Low
- South Africa overall
- Prices
- Low
- South Africa overall
Verdict
GoodSouth Africa month rating
Outside the best window (Oct–Apr (dry, warm sea); whales visible Jun–Nov). Across South Africa: Dry season starts in Kruger; first Cape rains. Good value.
Weather in May
- Kalk BayHighs around 19 °C, lows around 8 °C, rain on about 8 daysHighs around 66 °F, lows around 46 °F, rain on about 8 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