May weather forecast
Darfield, New Zealand

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Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a moderate month in Darfield, New Zealand, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.6°C (56.5°F) and 6.4°C (43.5°F).

Temperature

May's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a mild 13.6°C (56.5°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. During the nights in May, the temperature averages to a frosty 6.4°C (43.5°F).

Humidity

In Darfield, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, in Darfield, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout May, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is accumulated. In Darfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.3 days and collects up to 300mm (11.81") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Darfield, snow does not fall in January through May, October through December.

Daylight

In Darfield, New Zealand, the average length of the day in May is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of May, in Darfield, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:04 pm NZST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Darfield, New Zealand, is 7.5h.

UV index

April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Darfield. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Darfield?

In Darfield, 13.6°C (56.5°F) is the average high-temperature and 6.4°C (43.5°F) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Darfield?

The average relative humidity in May in Darfield is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Darfield?

In Darfield, in May, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 21mm (0.83") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Darfield?

In Darfield, snow does not fall in January through May, October through December.

Does it snow in Darfield in May?

In Darfield, in May, it doesn't snow. In June, it regularly snows.

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

In Darfield, the average day length in May is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Darfield?

On the first day of May in Darfield, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:04 pm NZST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Darfield?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Darfield is 7.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Darfield?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Darfield?

In Darfield, New Zealand, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Darfield, New Zealand

Average temperature in May - Darfield, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in May: 13.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (21.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (11.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Darfield, New Zealand

Average pressure in May - Darfield, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in May: 1012.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Darfield, New Zealand

Average wind speed in May - Darfield, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.4km/h).

Average humidity in May
Darfield, New Zealand

Average humidity in May - Darfield, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Darfield, New Zealand

Average rainfall in May - Darfield, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in May: 21mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (38mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (14mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Darfield, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in May - Darfield, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Darfield, New Zealand

Average snowfall in May - Darfield, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (5mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Darfield, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in May - Darfield, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are June and August (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Darfield, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Darfield, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in May - Darfield, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in May: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (17.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Darfield, New Zealand

Average UV index in May - Darfield, 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 and September (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Darfield, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in May - Darfield, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are January, February, March and May (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Darfield, New Zealand

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

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

Darfield, New Zealand

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