May weather forecast
Owaka, New Zealand

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Owaka, is another cool month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 11.1°C (52°F) and an average low of 6.1°C (43°F).

Temperature

Owaka commences May with an average high-temperature of a fresh 11.1°C (52°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Owaka sustains an average of approximately a chilly 6.1°C (43°F) during May nights, with little variation from daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In Owaka, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Owaka, there are 189 rainfall days, and 513mm (20.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May, July through September are months with snowfall in Owaka, New Zealand. May is the first month it typically snows in Owaka. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow. In Owaka, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.1 days and aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of May in Owaka, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 5:04 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In Owaka, the average sunshine in May is 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Owaka are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during May translates into the following directions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Owaka in May?
Owaka in May has an average high-temperature of 11.1°C (52°F) and an average low-temperature of 6.1°C (43°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Owaka?
In Owaka, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.
How many days does it rain in May in Owaka?
In May, in Owaka, New Zealand, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is accumulated.
When does it start to snow in Owaka?
May is the first month it typically snows in Owaka. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in May in Owaka?
The average day length in May in Owaka is 9h and 22min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Owaka?
On the first day of May in Owaka, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 5:04 pm NZST.
How long on average sun shines in May in Owaka?
The average sunshine duration in May in Owaka is 6.2h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Owaka?
The months with the lowest UV index in Owaka, New Zealand, are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3.
What is the UV index reading in May in Owaka?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May - Owaka, New Zealand
Average temperature in May
Owaka, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in May: 11.1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (17.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (8.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (9.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.8°C).

Average pressure in May - Owaka, New Zealand
Average pressure in May
Owaka, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in May: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Owaka, New Zealand
Average wind speed in May
Owaka, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in May: 16km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13.5km/h).

Average humidity in May - Owaka, New Zealand
Average humidity in May
Owaka, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (78%).

Average rainfall in May - Owaka, New Zealand
Average rainfall in May
Owaka, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in May: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (64mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (26mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Owaka, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in May
Owaka, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (13.1 days).

Average snowfall in May - Owaka, New Zealand
Average snowfall in May
Owaka, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in May: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (11mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May - Owaka, New Zealand
Average snowfall days in May
Owaka, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.7 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 - Owaka, New Zealand
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Owaka, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May - Owaka, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in May
Owaka, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.5 days).

Average UV index in May - Owaka, New Zealand
Average UV index in May
Owaka, 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, September and October (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May - Owaka, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in May
Owaka, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are October and November (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in May - Owaka, New Zealand
Average visibility in May
Owaka, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

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

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