May weather forecast
Alford Forest, New Zealand

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Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a frosty month in Alford Forest, New Zealand, with temperature in the range of an average high of 7.4°C (45.3°F) and an average low of 1.3°C (34.3°F).

Temperature

Alford Forest's May weather shows a modest shift in high-temperatures, falling from April's cool 10.7°C (51.3°F) to a chilly 7.4°C (45.3°F). An average low-temperature of 1.3°C (34.3°F) is recorded in the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Alford Forest is 89%.

Rainfall

In Alford Forest, in May, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 154mm (6.06") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Alford Forest, there are 162.6 rainfall days, and 1501mm (59.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In May, in Alford Forest, it is snowing for 11.5 days. Throughout May, 308mm (12.13") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alford Forest, there are 114.9 snowfall days, and 3387mm (133.35") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Alford Forest, New Zealand, is 9h and 38min.
On the first day of May in Alford Forest, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:06 pm NZST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Alford Forest is 5.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Alford Forest is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Alford Forest?

May temperatures in Alford Forest vary between a high-temperature of 7.4°C (45.3°F) and a low-temperature of 1.3°C (34.3°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Alford Forest?

In Alford Forest, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in May is 89%.

How much does it rain in Alford Forest in May?

In Alford Forest, New Zealand, in May, during 15.2 rainfall days, 154mm (6.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Alford Forest in May?

In Alford Forest, New Zealand, in May, during 11.5 snowfall days, 308mm (12.13") of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Alford Forest have in May?

In Alford Forest, New Zealand, the average day length in May is 9h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Alford Forest?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Alford Forest, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:06 pm NZST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Alford Forest?

In Alford Forest, New Zealand, the average sunshine duration in May is 5.2h.

How high is the UV index in May in Alford Forest?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Alford Forest is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Alford Forest, New Zealand

Average temperature in May - Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in May: 7.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (15.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (3.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 1.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (6.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-2.4°C).

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Average pressure in May
Alford Forest, New Zealand

Average pressure in May - Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in May: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1011.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Alford Forest, New Zealand

Average wind speed in May - Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in May: 11km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Alford Forest, New Zealand

Average humidity in May - Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in May: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (83%).

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Average rainfall in May
Alford Forest, New Zealand

Average rainfall in May - Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in May: 154mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (176mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (87mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Alford Forest, New Zealand

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Alford Forest, New Zealand

Average snowfall in May - Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in May: 308mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (734mm).
The month with the least snowfall is January (9mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Alford Forest, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in May - Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (20.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is February (0.8 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Alford Forest, New Zealand

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Alford Forest, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Alford Forest, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in May - Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Alford Forest, New Zealand

Average UV index in May - Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in May: 2

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Alford Forest, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in May - Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in May: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).

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Average visibility in May
Alford Forest, New Zealand

Average visibility in May - Alford Forest, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in May: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are January, March and December (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (6km).

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Alford Forest, New Zealand

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