May weather forecast
Ophir, New Zealand

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Ophir, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 0.9°C (33.6°F) and max 7.8°C (46°F).

Temperature

May's arrival subtly correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a fresh 11.3°C (52.3°F) in April to a frosty 7.8°C (46°F). May nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 0.9°C (33.6°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Ophir is 87%.

Rainfall

In Ophir, during May, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of precipitation. In Ophir, during the entire year, the rain falls for 203.1 days and collects up to 805mm (31.69") of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through November are months with snowfall. May is the first month it typically snows in Ophir. Throughout May, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 12mm (0.47") of snow. In Ophir, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.9 days and aggregates up to 129mm (5.08") of snow.

Daylight

In Ophir, the average length of the day in May is 9h and 30min.
On the first day of May in Ophir, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:09 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In Ophir, the average sunshine in May is 6.6h.

UV index

In Ophir, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Ophir?
The high-temperature, in May, in Ophir, records 7.8°C (46°F), while the low-temperature is 0.9°C (33.6°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Ophir?
In Ophir, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in May is 87%.
How much does it rain in Ophir in May?
In Ophir, New Zealand, during May, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.
When does it start to snow in Ophir?
May is the first month it typically snows in Ophir, New Zealand. Throughout May, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 12mm (0.47") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Ophir have in May?
In May, the average day length in Ophir is 9h and 30min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Ophir?
On the first day of May in Ophir, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:09 pm NZST.
How long on average sun shines in May in Ophir?
In Ophir, the average sunshine duration in May is 6.6h.
How high is the UV index in May in Ophir?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Ophir, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in May: 7.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (16.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (3.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 0.9°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (6.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-2.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Ophir, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in May: 1012.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Ophir, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Ophir, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in May: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Ophir, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in May: 71mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (48mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Ophir, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (13.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ophir, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in May: 12mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (36mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Ophir, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February and March (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ophir, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ophir, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Ophir, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in May: 2

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Ophir, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are July, August and October (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in May
Ophir, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in May: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July and August (7km).

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