May weather forecast
Island Bay, New Zealand

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Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another mild month in Island Bay, New Zealand, with temperature in the range of an average low of 11.4°C (52.5°F) and an average high of 14.1°C (57.4°F).

Temperature

The transition into May is marked with an average high-temperature of a still mild 14.1°C (57.4°F), showing an insignificant shift from April's 15.8°C (60.4°F). Island Bay experiences a minimal drop from daytime high temperatures, recording an average low-temperature of 11.4°C (52.5°F) throughout May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout May, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is accumulated. In Island Bay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.3 days and collects up to 394mm (15.51") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Island Bay, the average length of the day in May is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:00 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In Island Bay, the average sunshine in May is 7.4h.

UV index

May and June, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Island Bay. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during May translates into the following guidance:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
Updated: Jan 27, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Island Bay?

In Island Bay, 14.1°C (57.4°F) is the average high-temperature and 11.4°C (52.5°F) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Island Bay?

The average relative humidity in May in Island Bay is 79%.

How much does it rain in Island Bay in May?

In Island Bay, New Zealand, during May, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in May in Island Bay?

In May, the average day length in Island Bay is 9h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Island Bay?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Island Bay, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:00 pm NZST.

How many hours of sunshine does Island Bay have in May?

In Island Bay, New Zealand, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Island Bay?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Island Bay?

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

Average temperature in May
Island Bay, New Zealand

Average temperature in May - Island Bay, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in May: 14.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (18.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 11.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (15.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9°C).

Average pressure in May
Island Bay, New Zealand

Average pressure in May - Island Bay, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in May: 1014mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1012.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Island Bay, New Zealand

Average wind speed in May - Island Bay, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in May: 25.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (26.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (23.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Island Bay, New Zealand

Average humidity in May - Island Bay, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, April and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Island Bay, New Zealand

Average rainfall in May - Island Bay, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in May: 33mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (47mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (20mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Island Bay, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in May - Island Bay, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Island Bay, New Zealand

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Island Bay, 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: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Island Bay, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in May - Island Bay, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Island Bay, New Zealand

Average UV index in May - Island Bay, 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 and June (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Island Bay, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in May - Island Bay, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Island Bay, New Zealand

Average visibility in May - Island Bay, 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).

Island Bay, New Zealand

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