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
May
Weather in May
Temperature
With the beginning of May, the average high-temperature shows a small decrease, transitioning from a chilly 9.1°C (48.4°F) in April to a cold 5.8°C (42.4°F). An average low-temperature of 0.8°C (33.4°F), slightly less than the daytime peak, marks the month of May in Otaio.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Otaio is 86%.Rainfall
In Otaio, during May, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 198mm (7.8") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139 rainfall days, and 1917mm (75.47") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Otaio are January through December. In Otaio, in May, during 11.3 snowfall days, 620mm (24.41") of snow is typically accumulated. In Otaio, during the entire year, snow falls for 107.9 days and aggregates up to 6417mm (252.64") of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 9h and 33min.On the first day of May in Otaio, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:04 pm NZST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Otaio is 6.7h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in May interprets into the following advice:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
How cold is May in Otaio?
What is the average humidity in May in Otaio?
How much does it rain in Otaio in May?
How many days does it snow in May in Otaio?
How many hours of daylight does Otaio have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Otaio?
How many hours of sunshine does Otaio have in May?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Otaio?
Average temperature in May
Otaio, New Zealand
- Average high temperature in May: 5.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (13.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (2.4°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 0.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-3.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Otaio, New Zealand
- Average pressure in May: 1013.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.4mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Otaio, New Zealand
- Average wind speed in May: 10.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.6km/h).
Average humidity in May
Otaio, New Zealand
- Average humidity in May: 86%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and October (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
Average rainfall in May
Otaio, New Zealand
- Average rainfall in May: 198mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (233mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (106mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Otaio, New Zealand
- Average rainfall days in May: 12.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Otaio, New Zealand
- Average snowfall in May: 620mm
The month with the highest snowfall is July (1245mm).
The month with the least snowfall is March (31mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Otaio, New Zealand
- Average snowfall days in May: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (16.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is February (0.9 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Otaio, New Zealand
- Average daylight in May: 9h and 4min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 6h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Otaio, New Zealand
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (10.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Otaio, New Zealand
- Average UV index in May: 2
The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Otaio, New Zealand
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The months with the most cloud cover are October and November (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in May
Otaio, New Zealand
- Average visibility in May: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
