May weather forecast
Kerikeri, New Zealand

May

Weather in May

May marks the transition from autumn to the early stages of winter in Kerikeri. It is in this month that elevated rainfall of 76mm (2.99") is observed, with the temperature further dropping to an average high of 17.8°C (64°F). Though daylight and sunshine hours are at a nadir, wind speeds rocket to a high of 19.8km/h (12.3mph). This swift transition indicates an influx of cooler and wetter conditions, as Kerikeri embraces the onset of winter. Despite the weather changes, this month preserves an appealing balance for both indoor and outdoor pursuits.

Temperature

Kerikeri starts May with an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 17.8°C (64°F), hinting at a minimal fluctuation from April. Kerikeri experiences a subtle drop in temperature during the May nights, recording an average of 14.4°C (57.9°F).

Humidity

The least humid month in Kerikeri is May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Kerikeri, in May, during 18.3 rainfall days, 76mm (2.99") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kerikeri, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.4 days and collects up to 717mm (28.23") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 10h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:41 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:20 pm NZST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.3h.

UV index

In Kerikeri, New Zealand, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Kerikeri?
In May, in Kerikeri, the average high-temperature is 17.8°C (64°F), and the average low-temperature is 14.4°C (57.9°F).
What is the least humid month in Kerikeri?
With an average relative humidity of 77%, May is the least humid month in Kerikeri, New Zealand.
What is the average humidity in May in Kerikeri?
The average relative humidity in May is 77%.
How much does it rain in Kerikeri in May?
In Kerikeri, New Zealand, in May, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 76mm (2.99") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in May in Kerikeri?
In May, the average day length in Kerikeri, New Zealand, is 10h and 17min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Kerikeri?
On the first day of May in Kerikeri, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:20 pm NZST.
How many hours of sunshine does Kerikeri have in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration in Kerikeri is 7.3h.
How high is the UV index in May in Kerikeri?
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Kerikeri, New Zealand, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May
Kerikeri, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in May: 17.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (14.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 14.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (11.5°C).

Average pressure in May
Kerikeri, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Kerikeri, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in May: 19.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (20.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (15.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Kerikeri, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Kerikeri, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in May: 76mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (82mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (36mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Kerikeri, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kerikeri, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are July, August and September (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kerikeri, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7 days).

Average UV index in May
Kerikeri, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Kerikeri, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Kerikeri, 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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