May weather forecast
Cardiff, New Zealand

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Cardiff, is another mild month, with an average temperature varying between 52.7°F and 59.5°F.

Temperature

Upon the onset of May, Cardiff witnesses an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 59.5°F, showing a close resemblance to the prior month. Cardiff registers a small shift from peak daytime temperatures, with a consistent average low-temperature of 52.7°F during May.

Humidity

May through October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.9 days. Throughout May, 3.7" of precipitation is accumulated. In Cardiff, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.4 days and collects up to 34.57" of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Cardiff is 9h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:08 pm NZST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 6.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in May translates into these instructions:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Cardiff?
The high-temperature during May is 59.5°F and the low-temperature is 52.7°F.
What is the most humid month in Cardiff?
May through October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Cardiff, New Zealand.
What is the average humidity in May in Cardiff?
The average relative humidity in May is 80%.
How much does it rain in Cardiff in May?
In Cardiff, in May, during 15.9 rainfall days, 3.7" of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in May in Cardiff?
In Cardiff, the average day length in May is 9h and 59min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Cardiff?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cardiff, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:08 pm NZST.
How many hours of sunshine does Cardiff have in May?
In Cardiff, New Zealand, the average sunshine duration in May is 6.6h.
When is the lowest UV index in Cardiff?
May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Cardiff, New Zealand.
What is the UV index reading in May in Cardiff?
In Cardiff, 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
Cardiff, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in May: 59.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (70.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (54.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (47.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Cardiff, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Cardiff, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Cardiff, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July, August, September, October and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Cardiff, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.5").

Average rainfall days in May
Cardiff, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.7 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cardiff, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cardiff, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (8.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Cardiff, 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 and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Cardiff, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Cardiff, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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