May weather forecast
Patearoa, New Zealand

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Patearoa, is another cool month, with an average temperature varying between 11.1°C (52°F) and 6.1°C (43°F).

Temperature

The start of May sees the average high-temperature at a fresh 11.1°C (52°F), showing little difference from April's 13.6°C (56.5°F). Patearoa notes a consistent average low-temperature of 6.1°C (43°F) during May nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Patearoa is 81%.

Rainfall

In Patearoa, New Zealand, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Patearoa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189 days and collects up to 513mm (20.2") of precipitation.

Snowfall

May, July through September are months with snowfall. May is the first month it typically snows in Patearoa, New Zealand. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, in Patearoa, there are 2.1 snowfall days, and 23mm (0.91") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 9h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:38 pm. On the last day of May, in Patearoa, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:07 pm NZST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Patearoa are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Patearoa in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Patearoa, is 11.1°C (52°F) and the average low-temperature is 6.1°C (43°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Patearoa?

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How much does it rain in Patearoa in May?

In Patearoa, New Zealand, during May, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Patearoa?

May is the first month it typically snows in Patearoa, New Zealand. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Patearoa have in May?

In Patearoa, the average day length in May is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Patearoa?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:07 pm NZST.

How many hours of sunshine does Patearoa have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Patearoa, New Zealand, is 6.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Patearoa?

April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Patearoa, New Zealand.

What is the UV index reading in May in Patearoa?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Patearoa is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Patearoa, New Zealand

Average temperature in May - Patearoa, 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).

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Average pressure in May
Patearoa, New Zealand

Average pressure in May - Patearoa, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Patearoa, New Zealand

Average wind speed in May - Patearoa, 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).

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Average humidity in May
Patearoa, New Zealand

Average humidity in May - Patearoa, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Patearoa, New Zealand

Average rainfall in May - Patearoa, 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).

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Average rainfall days in May
Patearoa, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in May - Patearoa, 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).

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Average snowfall in May
Patearoa, New Zealand

Average snowfall in May - Patearoa, 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).

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Average snowfall days in May
Patearoa, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in May - Patearoa, 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).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Patearoa, 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 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).

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Average sunshine days in May
Patearoa, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in May - Patearoa, 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).

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Average UV index in May
Patearoa, New Zealand

Average UV index in May - Patearoa, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Patearoa, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in May - Patearoa, 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).

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Average visibility in May
Patearoa, New Zealand

Average visibility in May - Patearoa, 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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