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 commencement of May includes a gentle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping a bit from a fresh 11.3°C (52.3°F) in April to a chilly 7.6°C (45.7°F). May nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a wintry 0.8°C (33.4°F).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Gibbston is 88%.Rainfall
In Gibbston, during May, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 48mm (1.89") of precipitation. 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 Gibbston, New Zealand, in May, during 2.2 snowfall days, 21mm (0.83") of snow is typically accumulated. In Gibbston, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.1 days and aggregates up to 223mm (8.78") of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 9h and 31min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:12 pm NZST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In May, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures in Gibbston?
What is the average humidity in May in Gibbston?
How much does it rain in Gibbston in May?
How many days does it snow in May in Gibbston?
How many hours of daylight does Gibbston have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Gibbston?
How long on average sun shines in May in Gibbston?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Gibbston?
How high is the UV index in May in Gibbston?
Average temperature in May
Gibbston, 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
Gibbston, 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
Gibbston, 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
Gibbston, 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
Gibbston, 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
Gibbston, 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
Gibbston, 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
Gibbston, 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
Gibbston, New Zealand
- Average daylight in May: 9h and 3min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
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
Gibbston, 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
Gibbston, 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
Gibbston, 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
Gibbston, 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).
