May weather forecast
Patea, New Zealand

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Patea, is another mild month, with an average temperature varying between 14.9°C (58.8°F) and 9.7°C (49.5°F).

Temperature

In May, Patea experiences a barely noticeable shift in meteorological conditions, with average high-temperatures moving from 17.3°C (63.1°F) in April to a mild 14.9°C (58.8°F). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 9.7°C (49.5°F) is experienced in Patea.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Patea is 81%.

Rainfall

In Patea, in May, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 52mm (2.05") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176 rainfall days, and 634mm (24.96") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Patea, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.

Sea temperature

In Patea, in May, the average water temperature is 16°C (60.8°F).
Note: For most, swimming in 16°C (60.8°F) is not a pleasant activity. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:06 pm NZST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Patea is 6.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Patea?

In May, in Patea, the average high-temperature is 14.9°C (58.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 9.7°C (49.5°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Patea?

In May, the average relative humidity in Patea is 81%.

How many days does it rain in May in Patea?

In Patea, New Zealand, in May, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 52mm (2.05") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Patea?

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

What is the sea temperature in May in Patea?

In Patea, in May, the average water temperature is 16°C (60.8°F). For most, swimming in 16°C (60.8°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

How many hours of daylight does Patea have in May?

In May, the average day length in Patea, New Zealand, is 9h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Patea?

On the first day of May in Patea, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:06 pm NZST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Patea?

The average sunshine duration in May in Patea, New Zealand, is 6.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Patea?

The months with the lowest UV index in Patea are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in May in Patea?

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

Average temperature in May - Patea, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in May: 14.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (21.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 9.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (7.2°C).

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Average pressure in May
Patea, New Zealand

Average pressure in May - Patea, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in May: 1015mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1013.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Patea, New Zealand

Average wind speed in May - Patea, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in May: 16.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (18.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (14.6km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Patea, New Zealand

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and August (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Patea, New Zealand

Average rainfall in May - Patea, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in May: 52mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (69mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (30mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Patea, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in May - Patea, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Patea, New Zealand

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

The month with the highest snowfall is August (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Patea, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in May - Patea, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Patea, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in May - Patea, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in May: 16°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (18.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (13.2°C).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Patea, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Patea, New Zealand

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

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Patea, New Zealand

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Patea, New Zealand

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

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in May
Patea, New Zealand

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

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

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