Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The onset of May in Queenstown aligns with a soft reduction in the average high-temperature, gently falling from a cool 11.3°C (52.3°F) in April to a chilly 7.6°C (45.7°F). In May, Queenstown's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 0.8°C (33.4°F) during the night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Queenstown is 88%.Rainfall
In May, in Queenstown, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout May, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated. In Queenstown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.7 days and collects up to 617mm (24.29") of precipitation.Snowfall
March through November are months with snowfall. In Queenstown, in May, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 21mm (0.83") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.1 snowfall days, and 223mm (8.78") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 9h and 31min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:44 pm. On the last day of May, in Queenstown, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:13 pm NZST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Queenstown is 6.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during May translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Queenstown in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Queenstown?
How much does it rain in Queenstown in May?
How many days does it snow in May in Queenstown?
What is the average length of the day in May in Queenstown?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Queenstown?
How many hours of sunshine does Queenstown have in May?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Queenstown?
What is the UV index reading in May in Queenstown?
Average temperature in May
Queenstown, New Zealand
- Average high temperature in May: 7.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (17°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (3.7°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 0.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (6.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-2.4°C).
Average pressure in May
Queenstown, New Zealand
- Average pressure in May: 1012.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1010.6mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Queenstown, New Zealand
- Average wind speed in May: 9.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and August (8.4km/h).
Average humidity in May
Queenstown, New Zealand
- Average humidity in May: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Queenstown, New Zealand
- Average rainfall in May: 48mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (29mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Queenstown, New Zealand
- Average rainfall days in May: 14 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (10.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Queenstown, New Zealand
- Average snowfall in May: 21mm
The month with the highest snowfall is July (51mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Queenstown, New Zealand
- Average snowfall days in May: 2.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January and February (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Queenstown, New Zealand
- Average daylight in May: 9h and 3min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 6h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Queenstown, New Zealand
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Queenstown, New Zealand
- Average UV index in May: 1
The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and July (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Queenstown, New Zealand
- Average cloud cover in May: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
Average visibility in May
Queenstown, New Zealand
- Average visibility in May: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July and August (7km).
Queenstown, New Zealand
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