May weather forecast
Kelso, New Zealand

May

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another cool month in Kelso, New Zealand, with temperature in the range of an average high of 11.1°C (52°F) and an average low of 6.1°C (43°F).

Temperature

As Kelso, New Zealand, transitions from April to May, the average high-temperatures adjust to a fresh 11.1°C (52°F), nearly the same as the previous 13.6°C (56.5°F). During May, Kelso's nights hold steady with an average temperature of 6.1°C (43°F), barely dropping from the daytime highs.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In May, in Kelso, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kelso, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189 days and collects up to 513mm (20.2") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are May, July through September. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow. In Kelso, New Zealand, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.1 days and aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 9h and 26min.
On the first day of May in Kelso, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 5:08 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In Kelso, the average sunshine in May is 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kelso are April through 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 average person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Kelso?
During May, Kelso experiences an average high-temperature of 11.1°C (52°F) and a low-temperature of 6.1°C (43°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Kelso?
The average relative humidity in May in Kelso, New Zealand, is 81%.
How many days does it rain in May in Kelso?
In Kelso, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When does it start to snow in Kelso?
May is the first month it typically snows in Kelso, New Zealand. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in May in Kelso?
In May, the average day length in Kelso is 9h and 26min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Kelso?
On the first day of May in Kelso, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 5:08 pm NZST.
How many hours of sunshine does Kelso have in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration in Kelso is 6.2h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Kelso?
April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in May in Kelso?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Kelso, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in May: 11.1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (17.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (8.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (9.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Kelso, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in May: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Kelso, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in May: 16km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13.5km/h).

Average humidity in May
Kelso, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Kelso, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in May: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (64mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (26mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Kelso, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (13.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Kelso, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in May: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (11mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Kelso, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kelso, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kelso, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Kelso, 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 April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Kelso, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are October and November (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in May
Kelso, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June and July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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