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 in May
- Average snowfall days 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
Weather in May
Temperature
With the arrival of May, Kingston notices a mild change in the average high-temperature, sliding from April's cool 11.3°C (52.3°F) to a frosty 7.6°C (45.7°F). The average temperature in Kingston drops to an icy 0.8°C (33.4°F) during the night in the month of May.Humidity
In Kingston, the average relative humidity in May is 88%.Rainfall
In May, in Kingston, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout May, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 181.7 rainfall days, and 617mm (24.29") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Kingston are March through November. In Kingston, in May, during 2.2 snowfall days, 21mm (0.83") of snow is typically accumulated. In Kingston, New Zealand, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.1 days and aggregates up to 223mm (8.78") of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Kingston, New Zealand, is 9h and 29min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 5:12 pm NZST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Kingston is 6.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Kingston are May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 1 during May leads to these advisories:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Kingston?
What is the average humidity in May in Kingston?
How much does it rain in Kingston in May?
How much does it snow in Kingston in May?
How many hours of daylight does Kingston have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Kingston?
How many hours of sunshine does Kingston have in May?
When is the lowest UV index in Kingston?
How high is the UV index in May in Kingston?
Average temperature in May
Kingston, New Zealand
- Average high temperature in May: 7.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (17°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (3.7°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 0.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (6.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-2.4°C).
Average pressure in May
Kingston, New Zealand
- Average pressure in May: 1012.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1010.6mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Kingston, New Zealand
- Average wind speed in May: 9.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and August (8.4km/h).
Average humidity in May
Kingston, New Zealand
- Average humidity in May: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Kingston, New Zealand
- Average rainfall in May: 48mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (29mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Kingston, New Zealand
- Average rainfall days in May: 14 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (10.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Kingston, New Zealand
- Average snowfall in May: 21mm
The month with the highest snowfall is July (51mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Kingston, New Zealand
- Average snowfall days in May: 2.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January and February (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kingston, New Zealand
- Average daylight in May: 9h and 3min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 6h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Kingston, New Zealand
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Kingston, New Zealand
- Average UV index in May: 1
The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and July (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Kingston, New Zealand
- Average cloud cover in May: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
Average visibility in May
Kingston, New Zealand
- Average visibility in May: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July and August (7km).
Kingston, New Zealand
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