May weather forecast
Otira, New Zealand

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Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is another chilly month in Otira, New Zealand, with an average temperature fluctuating between 1.3°C (34.3°F) and 7.4°C (45.3°F).

Temperature

A moderate decline in average high-temperatures is noted in May, moving from a cool 10.7°C (51.3°F) in April to a chilly 7.4°C (45.3°F). May brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 1.3°C (34.3°F).

Humidity

In Otira, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in May is 89%.

Rainfall

In Otira, in May, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 154mm (6.06") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.6 rainfall days, and 1501mm (59.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Otira, in May, snow falls for 11.5 days, with typically accumulated 308mm (12.13") of snow. In Otira, during the entire year, snow falls for 114.9 days and aggregates up to 3387mm (133.35") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of May, in Otira, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:09 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Otira?

In Otira, in May, the average high-temperature is 7.4°C (45.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 1.3°C (34.3°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Otira?

In Otira, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in May is 89%.

How much does it rain in Otira in May?

In Otira, in May, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 154mm (6.06") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in May in Otira?

In Otira, during May, snow falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 308mm (12.13") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Otira?

In Otira, New Zealand, the average day length in May is 9h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Otira?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:09 pm NZST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Otira?

The average sunshine duration in May in Otira, New Zealand, is 5.2h.

How high is the UV index in May in Otira?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Otira, New Zealand

Average temperature in May - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in May: 7.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (15.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (3.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 1.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (6.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-2.4°C).

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Average pressure in May
Otira, New Zealand

Average pressure in May - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in May: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1011.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Otira, New Zealand

Average wind speed in May - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in May: 11km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Otira, New Zealand

Average humidity in May - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in May: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (83%).

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Average rainfall in May
Otira, New Zealand

Average rainfall in May - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in May: 154mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (176mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (87mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Otira, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in May - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Otira, New Zealand

Average snowfall in May - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in May: 308mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (734mm).
The month with the least snowfall is January (9mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Otira, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in May - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (20.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is February (0.8 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Otira, New Zealand

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Otira, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Otira, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in May - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Otira, New Zealand

Average UV index in May - Otira, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Otira, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in May - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in May: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).

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Average visibility in May
Otira, New Zealand

Average visibility in May - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in May: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are January, March and December (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (6km).

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