May weather forecast
Hastings, New Zealand

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Weather in May

In May, the fall weather in Hastings becomes more assertive with temperatures dropping noticeably from April. As the city transitions into the winter season, fewer daylight hours can be observed. Winds gradually increase in intensity, reaching their peak towards the end of autumn. Correspondingly, an increased cloud coverage characterizes this month. It is important to note a temperature low of 9.8°C (49.6°F) in May - a significant drop from the previous month further affirming the progression into colder months.

Temperature

The arrival of May in Hastings brings an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 15.4°C (59.7°F), subtly diverging from April's 17.8°C (64°F). Hastings observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 9.8°C (49.6°F) during the month of May.

Humidity

In Hastings, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Hastings, during May, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 131.4 rainfall days, and 363mm (14.29") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of May in Hastings, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:57 pm NZST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hastings are May through August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in May leads to these recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hastings in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Hastings, is 15.4°C (59.7°F), while the low-temperature averages to 9.8°C (49.6°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Hastings?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in Hastings?

In May, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout May, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May in Hastings?

In May, the average day length in Hastings is 9h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Hastings?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hastings, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:57 pm NZST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hastings have in May?

In Hastings, New Zealand, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hastings?

May through August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Hastings?

In Hastings, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Hastings, New Zealand

Average temperature in May - Hastings, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in May: 15.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (21.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (12.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 9.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (14.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (7.2°C).

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Average pressure in May
Hastings, New Zealand

Average pressure in May - Hastings, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1013.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Hastings, New Zealand

Average wind speed in May - Hastings, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (15.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (12km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Hastings, New Zealand

Average humidity in May - Hastings, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Hastings, New Zealand

Average rainfall in May - Hastings, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in May: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (19mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Hastings, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in May - Hastings, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Hastings, New Zealand

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hastings, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Hastings, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in May - Hastings, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February, June, August and September (16.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Hastings, New Zealand

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and October (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Hastings, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in May - Hastings, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Hastings, New Zealand

Average visibility in May - Hastings, 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).

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