May weather forecast
Fruitlands, New Zealand

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Fruitlands, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 7.6°C (45.7°F) and 0.8°C (33.4°F).

Temperature

A subtle change in temperatures is noted as April gives way to May, with average highs reducing from a cool 11.3°C (52.3°F) to a chilly 7.6°C (45.7°F). Fruitlands experiences an average temperature drop to a wintry 0.8°C (33.4°F) during May nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 88%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout May, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 181.7 rainfall days, and 617mm (24.29") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through November are months with snowfall. In Fruitlands, during May, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of snow. In Fruitlands, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.1 days and aggregates up to 223mm (8.78") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:41 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:09 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In Fruitlands, the average sunshine in May is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in May translates 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. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fruitlands in May?
In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 7.6°C (45.7°F) and 0.8°C (33.4°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in May?
The average relative humidity in May is 88%.
How many days does it rain in May?
In May, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout May, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many days does it snow in May?
In May, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout May, 21mm (0.83") of snow is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Fruitlands have in May?
In May, the average day length is 9h and 29min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:09 pm NZST.
How long on average sun shines in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 6.3h.
When is the lowest UV index?
May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in May?
In Fruitlands, New Zealand, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Fruitlands, New Zealand
Average temperature in May
Fruitlands, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in May: 7.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (17°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (3.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 0.8°C

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

Average pressure in May - Fruitlands, New Zealand
Average pressure in May
Fruitlands, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in May: 1012.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1010.6mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Fruitlands, New Zealand
Average wind speed in May
Fruitlands, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and August (8.4km/h).

Average humidity in May - Fruitlands, New Zealand
Average humidity in May
Fruitlands, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in May: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (76%).

Average rainfall in May - Fruitlands, New Zealand
Average rainfall in May
Fruitlands, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in May: 48mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (29mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Fruitlands, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in May
Fruitlands, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in May - Fruitlands, New Zealand
Average snowfall in May
Fruitlands, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in May: 21mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (51mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May - Fruitlands, New Zealand
Average snowfall days in May
Fruitlands, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in May: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January and February (0 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fruitlands, New Zealand
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fruitlands, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in May: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May - Fruitlands, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in May
Fruitlands, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.5 days).

Average UV index in May - Fruitlands, New Zealand
Average UV index in May
Fruitlands, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in May: 1

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and July (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May - Fruitlands, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in May
Fruitlands, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in May - Fruitlands, New Zealand
Average visibility in May
Fruitlands, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in May: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July and August (7km).

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