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
May's arrival signals a moderate reduction in the average high-temperature, easing from a cool 11.3°C (52.3°F) in April to a frosty 7.8°C (46°F). In May, the average low-temperature is a wintry 0.9°C (33.6°F).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 87%.Rainfall
In Otematata, New Zealand, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 71mm (2.8") of accumulated precipitation. In Otematata, New Zealand, during the entire year, the rain falls for 203.1 days and collects up to 805mm (31.69") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are May through November. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 12mm (0.47") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.9 snowfall days, and 129mm (5.08") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 9h and 33min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:39 pm. On the last day of May, in Otematata, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:08 pm NZST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Otematata is 6.6h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in May leads to these guidelines:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Otematata in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Otematata?
How much does it rain in Otematata in May?
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What is the average length of the day in May in Otematata?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Otematata?
How many hours of sunshine does Otematata have in May?
How high is the UV index in May in Otematata?
Average temperature in May
Otematata, 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
Otematata, 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
Otematata, 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
Otematata, 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
Otematata, 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
Otematata, 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
Otematata, 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
Otematata, 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
Otematata, New Zealand
- Average daylight in May: 9h and 3min
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: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Otematata, 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
Otematata, 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
Otematata, 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
Otematata, 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).
Otematata, New Zealand
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