Pietermaritzburg UV index in May

Typical ultraviolet levels for Pietermaritzburg during May, from the past year of data.

Moderate Pietermaritzburg

Moderate UV. Protect your skin during midday hours; wearing a hat and applying sunscreen is advisable.

May average

May UV
5.5417
Risk level
Moderate
Yearly peak
13.2506
Peak month
January

Pietermaritzburg UV index — monthly trend

Average UV index by month over the past year, with May highlighted.

How this is calculated

Visiting Pietermaritzburg in May?

In May, Pietermaritzburg's typical UV index is about 5.5417 — a moderate risk level. Moderate UV. Protect your skin during midday hours; wearing a hat and applying sunscreen is advisable.

Across the year, Pietermaritzburg sees the strongest UV in Winter, peaking around 13.2506 in January. Plan sun protection accordingly.