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
May
Weather in May
Temperature
The advent of May presents an average high-temperature of a still moderate 13.1°C (55.6°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. During the month of May, an average low-temperature of 6.5°C (43.7°F) is recorded in Dovedale.Humidity
In Dovedale, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.Rainfall
In Dovedale, during May, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of precipitation. In Dovedale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.7 days and collects up to 634mm (24.96") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Dovedale, snow does not fall in January through June, August through December.Daylight
In Dovedale, the average length of the day in May is 9h and 50min.On the first day of May in Dovedale, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:08 pm NZST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.1h.UV index
April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Dovedale. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 3 during May translates into the following guidance:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Dovedale in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Dovedale?
How many days does it rain in May in Dovedale?
When it does not snow in Dovedale?
How many hours of daylight does Dovedale have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Dovedale?
How long on average sun shines in May in Dovedale?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Dovedale?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Dovedale?
Average temperature in May
Dovedale, New Zealand
- Average high temperature in May: 13.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (20.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.1°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 6.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (11.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.8°C).
Average pressure in May
Dovedale, New Zealand
- Average pressure in May: 1014.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1012.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Dovedale, New Zealand
- Average wind speed in May: 9.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9km/h).
Average humidity in May
Dovedale, 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 (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Dovedale, New Zealand
- Average rainfall in May: 59mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (68mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (31mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Dovedale, New Zealand
- Average rainfall days in May: 11.8 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are October and December (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Dovedale, New Zealand
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is July (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Dovedale, New Zealand
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dovedale, New Zealand
- Average daylight in May: 9h and 5min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Dovedale, New Zealand
- Average sunshine days in May: 16.6 days
The months with the most sunshine days are February and March (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (13.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Dovedale, New Zealand
- Average UV index in May: 3
The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Dovedale, New Zealand
- Average cloud cover in May: 32
The months with the most cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Dovedale, New Zealand
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March and June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
