May weather forecast
Rangitata Island, New Zealand

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Rangitata Island, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 5.8°C (42.4°F) and an average low of 0.8°C (33.4°F).

Temperature

As Rangitata Island enters May, the average high-temperature subtly lowers from the a frosty 9.1°C (48.4°F) of April to an icy 5.8°C (42.4°F). A modest decline from daytime high temperatures in Rangitata Island, New Zealand, is noticed in May, marking the average low at 0.8°C (33.4°F).

Humidity

In Rangitata Island, the average relative humidity in May is 86%.

Rainfall

In May, in Rangitata Island, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout May, 198mm (7.8") of precipitation is accumulated. In Rangitata Island, New Zealand, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139 days and collects up to 1917mm (75.47") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall in Rangitata Island. In Rangitata Island, in May, during 11.3 snowfall days, 620mm (24.41") of snow is typically accumulated. In Rangitata Island, New Zealand, 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 36min.
On the first day of May in Rangitata Island, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:05 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Rangitata Island is 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Rangitata Island in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Rangitata Island, is 5.8°C (42.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 0.8°C (33.4°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Rangitata Island?

In Rangitata Island, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in May is 86%.

How much does it rain in Rangitata Island in May?

In May, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout May, 198mm (7.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rangitata Island in May?

In Rangitata Island, New Zealand, in May, during 11.3 snowfall days, 620mm (24.41") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May in Rangitata Island?

The average day length in May in Rangitata Island is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Rangitata Island?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:05 pm NZST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Rangitata Island?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Rangitata Island, New Zealand, is 6.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Rangitata Island?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Rangitata Island is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Rangitata Island, New Zealand

Average temperature in May - Rangitata Island, 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).

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Average pressure in May
Rangitata Island, New Zealand

Average pressure in May - Rangitata Island, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Rangitata Island, New Zealand

Average wind speed in May - Rangitata Island, 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).

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Average humidity in May
Rangitata Island, New Zealand

Average humidity in May - Rangitata Island, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Rangitata Island, New Zealand

Average rainfall in May - Rangitata Island, 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).

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Average rainfall days in May
Rangitata Island, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in May - Rangitata Island, 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).

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Average snowfall in May
Rangitata Island, New Zealand

Average snowfall in May - Rangitata Island, 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).

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Average snowfall days in May
Rangitata Island, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in May - Rangitata Island, 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).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Rangitata Island, New Zealand

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Rangitata Island, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
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).

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Average sunshine days in May
Rangitata Island, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in May - Rangitata Island, 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).

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Average UV index in May
Rangitata Island, New Zealand

Average UV index in May - Rangitata Island, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Rangitata Island, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in May - Rangitata Island, 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).

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Average visibility in May
Rangitata Island, New Zealand

Average visibility in May - Rangitata Island, 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).

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Rangitata Island, New Zealand

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