May weather forecast
Dipton, New Zealand

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Dipton, is also a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 7.2°C (45°F) and an average high of 11.9°C (53.4°F).

Temperature

May begins with an average high-temperature of a cool 11.9°C (53.4°F), reflecting close similarity to the preceding month. In May, Dipton experiences a marginal drop in temperature, with averages of 7.2°C (45°F) at night.

Humidity

The most humid month in Dipton is May, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Dipton, in May, it is raining for 19.1 days, with typically 65mm (2.56") of accumulated precipitation. In Dipton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 219.7 days and collects up to 744mm (29.29") of precipitation.

Snowfall

May, August and September are months with snowfall in Dipton, New Zealand. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 3mm (0.12") of snow. Throughout the year, in Dipton, there are 0.9 snowfall days, and 20mm (0.79") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Dipton, New Zealand, is 9h and 26min.
On the first day of May in Dipton, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:11 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Dipton is 5.3h.

UV index

In Dipton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in May translates into these instructions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Dipton?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Dipton during May are 11.9°C (53.4°F) and 7.2°C (45°F) respectively.
What is the most humid month in Dipton?
With an average relative humidity of 83%, May is the most humid month.
What is the average humidity in May in Dipton?
In May, the average relative humidity in Dipton, New Zealand, is 83%.
How many days does it rain in May in Dipton?
In Dipton, in May, it is raining for 19.1 days, with typically 65mm (2.56") of accumulated precipitation.
When does it start snowing in Dipton?
May is the first month it typically snows in Dipton, New Zealand. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 3mm (0.12") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in May in Dipton?
In May, the average day length is 9h and 26min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Dipton?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:11 pm NZST.
How many hours of sunshine does Dipton have in May?
The average sunshine duration in May in Dipton is 5.3h.
What is the UV index reading in May in Dipton?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average wind speed
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Average temperature in May - Dipton, New Zealand
Average temperature in May
Dipton, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in May: 11.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (17.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 7.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (10.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (5.2°C).

Average pressure in May - Dipton, New Zealand
Average pressure in May
Dipton, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in May: 1011.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1015.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1009.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Dipton, New Zealand
Average wind speed in May
Dipton, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in May: 17.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (19.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (15km/h).

Average humidity in May - Dipton, New Zealand
Average humidity in May
Dipton, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in May: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, October, November and December (79%).

Average rainfall in May - Dipton, New Zealand
Average rainfall in May
Dipton, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in May: 65mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and November (76mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (46mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Dipton, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in May
Dipton, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15.7 days).

Average snowfall in May - Dipton, New Zealand
Average snowfall in May
Dipton, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in May: 3mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (13mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, June, July, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May - Dipton, New Zealand
Average snowfall days in May
Dipton, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are August and September (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dipton, New Zealand
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dipton, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May - Dipton, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in May
Dipton, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (11.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.1 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May - Dipton, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in May
Dipton, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in May: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 49).

Average visibility in May - Dipton, New Zealand
Average visibility in May
Dipton, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

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

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