May weather forecast
Herbert, New Zealand

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Herbert, is another cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 8.5°C (47.3°F) and 11.6°C (52.9°F).

Temperature

Transitioning into May, Herbert experiences an average high-temperature of a fresh 11.6°C (52.9°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. Herbert's nocturnal May readings average at a frosty 8.5°C (47.3°F), showing little variation from the daytime temperatures.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Herbert, New Zealand, is 77%.

Rainfall

In Herbert, in May, during 12.2 rainfall days, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Herbert, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.6 days and collects up to 357mm (14.06") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through July, September through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Herbert is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of May, in Herbert, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:04 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Jan 27, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Herbert in May?

May temperatures in Herbert, New Zealand, vary between a high-temperature of 11.6°C (52.9°F) and a low-temperature of 8.5°C (47.3°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Herbert?

In Herbert, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in Herbert in May?

In Herbert, during May, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Herbert?

In Herbert, New Zealand, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.

How many hours of daylight does Herbert have in May?

The average day length in May in Herbert is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Herbert?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:04 pm NZST.

How many hours of sunshine does Herbert have in May?

In Herbert, New Zealand, the average sunshine duration in May is 6.6h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in May in Herbert?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Herbert, New Zealand

Average temperature in May - Herbert, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in May: 11.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (15.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 8.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (11.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Herbert, New Zealand

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Herbert, New Zealand

Average wind speed in May - Herbert, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in May: 21km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (21.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (18.4km/h).

Average humidity in May
Herbert, New Zealand

Average humidity in May - Herbert, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Herbert, New Zealand

Average rainfall in May - Herbert, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in May: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (16mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Herbert, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in May - Herbert, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Herbert, New Zealand

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

The month with the highest snowfall is August (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Herbert, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in May - Herbert, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 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, May, October and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Herbert, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in May: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Herbert, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in May - Herbert, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (13.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Herbert, New Zealand

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Herbert, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in May - Herbert, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in May
Herbert, New Zealand

Average visibility in May - Herbert, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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

Herbert, New Zealand

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