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 sea temperature 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
As May takes hold in Dunedin, the average high-temperature is a cool 11.6°C (52.9°F), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. During the nights of May, Dunedin records an average low-temperature of 8.5°C (47.3°F), reflecting a modest decrease from daytime highs.Humidity
In Dunedin, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout May, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150.6 rainfall days, and 357mm (14.06") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Dunedin, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature is 11°C (51.8°F).Note: Swimming in 11°C (51.8°F) is deemed hazardous. Exposure to temperatures below 10°C (50°F) leads to immediate severe cold shock and hyperventilation.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 9h and 26min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:03 pm NZST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Dunedin is 6.6h.UV index
April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in May leads to these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Dunedin in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Dunedin?
How many days does it rain in May in Dunedin?
When it does not snow in Dunedin?
What is the sea water temperature in May in Dunedin?
How many hours of daylight does Dunedin have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Dunedin?
How long on average sun shines in May in Dunedin?
When is the lowest UV index in Dunedin?
What is the UV index reading in May in Dunedin?
Average temperature in May
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average high temperature in May: 11.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (15.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.2°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 8.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (11.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average pressure in May: 1011.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.7mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average wind speed in May: 21km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (21.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (18.4km/h).
Average humidity in May
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average rainfall in May: 29mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (16mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average rainfall days in May: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (11.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is August (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, October and December (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average sea temperature in May: 11°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (9.2°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dunedin, 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: 6h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average sunshine days in May: 17 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (13.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average UV index in May: 3
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in May
Dunedin, New Zealand
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
Dunedin, New Zealand
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