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 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
May
Weather in May
Temperature
The arrival of May in Kaikoura marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a cool 12.3°C (54.1°F) from April's 14.8°C (58.6°F). Kaikoura's nighttime temperatures in May see a subtle dip to an average of 7.9°C (46.2°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 74%.Rainfall
In Kaikoura, in May, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 24mm (0.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Kaikoura, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.2 days and collects up to 380mm (14.96") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Kaikoura, snow does not fall in January through May, August, October through December.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature is 13.3°C (55.9°F).Note: Taking a dip in 13.3°C (55.9°F) can be perilous. Submersion in temperatures under 10°C (50°F) triggers severe cold shock accompanied by hyperventilation.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 9h and 44min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:01 pm NZST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average high temperature in May: 12.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (19°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.1°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 7.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (13.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.2°C).
Average pressure in May
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average pressure in May: 1013.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average wind speed in May: 14.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (15.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13.1km/h).
Average humidity in May
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average humidity in May: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average rainfall in May: 24mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (16mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average rainfall days in May: 8.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (7.3 days).
Average snowfall days in May
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are June, July and September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, August, October, November and December (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average sea temperature in May: 13.3°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (16.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (11.1°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average daylight in May: 9h and 4min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average sunshine days in May: 21.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (13.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average UV index in May: 3
The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Kaikoura, New Zealand
- Average cloud cover in May: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Kaikoura, 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).
