May weather forecast
Motunau, New Zealand

May

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another refreshing month in Motunau, New Zealand, with temperature in the range of an average low of 6.4°C (43.5°F) and an average high of 13.6°C (56.5°F).

Temperature

During May, Motunau observes a subtle ascent to a mild 13.6°C (56.5°F) from April's 16.2°C (61.2°F) in the average high-temperature. Throughout May, the nighttime temperature in Motunau averages to a frosty 6.4°C (43.5°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Motunau, New Zealand, is 78%.

Rainfall

In Motunau, in May, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 21mm (0.83") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Motunau, there are 114.3 rainfall days, and 300mm (11.81") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 9h and 41min.
On the first day of May in Motunau, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:02 pm NZST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Motunau is 7.5h.

UV index

April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Motunau. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in May translates into these instructions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Motunau?
The high-temperature, in May, in Motunau, is 13.6°C (56.5°F), while the low-temperature averages to 6.4°C (43.5°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Motunau?
The average relative humidity in May is 78%.
How much does it rain in Motunau in May?
In May, in Motunau, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout May, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is accumulated.
When it does not snow in Motunau?
In Motunau, New Zealand, snow does not fall in January through May, October through December.
Does it snow in Motunau in May?
In Motunau, in May, it doesn't snow. In June, it regularly snows.
How many hours of daylight does Motunau have in May?
The average day length in May in Motunau, New Zealand, is 9h and 41min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Motunau?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Motunau, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:02 pm NZST.
How long on average sun shines in May in Motunau?
In May, the average sunshine duration in Motunau is 7.5h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Motunau?
The months with the lowest UV index in Motunau are April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 3.
How high is the UV index in May in Motunau?
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Motunau is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Motunau, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in May: 13.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (21.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (11.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Motunau, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in May: 1012.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Motunau, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.4km/h).

Average humidity in May
Motunau, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Motunau, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in May: 21mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (38mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (14mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Motunau, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Motunau, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (5mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Motunau, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are June and August (0.3 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
Motunau, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Motunau, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in May: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (17.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Motunau, 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 and September (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Motunau, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are January, February, March and May (Cloud cover 37).

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

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

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