May weather forecast
Benhar, New Zealand

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Benhar, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 11.1°C (52°F) and 6.1°C (43°F).

Temperature

The transition into May notes an average high-temperature of a fresh 11.1°C (52°F), revealing a mild distinction from the 13.6°C (56.5°F) in April. In Benhar, the average low-temperature during May nights tends to settle at a chilly 6.1°C (43°F), indicating a slight drop from the daytime peak.

Humidity

In Benhar, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In May, in Benhar, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is accumulated. In Benhar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189 days and collects up to 513mm (20.2") of precipitation.

Snowfall

May, July through September are months with snowfall. May is the first month it typically snows in Benhar. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, in Benhar, there are 2.1 snowfall days, and 23mm (0.91") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Benhar, the average length of the day in May is 9h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of May, in Benhar, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:04 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Benhar?

The high-temperature, in May, in Benhar, records 11.1°C (52°F), while the low-temperature is 6.1°C (43°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Benhar?

The average relative humidity in May in Benhar, New Zealand, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in May in Benhar?

In Benhar, New Zealand, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Benhar?

May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Benhar?

The average day length in May is 9h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Benhar?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:04 pm NZST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Benhar?

The average sunshine duration in May in Benhar is 6.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Benhar?

April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Benhar, New Zealand.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Benhar?

In Benhar, New Zealand, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Benhar, New Zealand

Average temperature in May - Benhar, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in May: 11.1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (17.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (8.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (9.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.8°C).

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Average pressure in May
Benhar, New Zealand

Average pressure in May - Benhar, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in May: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1009.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Benhar, New Zealand

Average wind speed in May - Benhar, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in May: 16km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13.5km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Benhar, New Zealand

Average humidity in May - Benhar, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (78%).

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Average rainfall in May
Benhar, New Zealand

Average rainfall in May - Benhar, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in May: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (64mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (26mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Benhar, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in May - Benhar, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (13.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Benhar, New Zealand

Average snowfall in May - Benhar, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in May: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (11mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Benhar, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in May - Benhar, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Benhar, New Zealand

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Benhar, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Benhar, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in May - Benhar, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Benhar, New Zealand

Average UV index in May - Benhar, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Benhar, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in May - Benhar, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are October and November (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).

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Average visibility in May
Benhar, New Zealand

Average visibility in May - Benhar, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June and July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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