May weather forecast
Rongotea, New Zealand

May

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also a moderate month in Rongotea, New Zealand, with temperature in the range of an average low of 8°C (46.4°F) and an average high of 14.3°C (57.7°F).

Temperature

As May arrives, Rongotea's weather displays a minor decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from April's enjoyable 17.3°C (63.1°F) to a still refreshing 14.3°C (57.7°F). The average low-temperature of 8°C (46.4°F) is witnessed during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Rongotea, in May, during 15.8 rainfall days, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rongotea, New Zealand, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.5 days and collects up to 629mm (24.76") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through July, September through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 9h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:01 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rongotea in May?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 14.3°C (57.7°F) and 8°C (46.4°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in May?
In May, the average relative humidity is 84%.
How many days does it rain in May?
In May, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout May, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is accumulated.
When it does not snow?
In Rongotea, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.
What is the average length of the day in May?
The average day length in May is 9h and 55min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rongotea, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:01 pm NZST.
How many hours of sunshine does Rongotea have in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration is 7h.
When is the lowest UV index?
May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in May?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average temperature in May - Rongotea, New Zealand
Average temperature in May
Rongotea, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in May: 14.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (21.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (12.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.4°C).

Average pressure in May - Rongotea, New Zealand
Average pressure in May
Rongotea, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1013mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Rongotea, New Zealand
Average wind speed in May
Rongotea, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (14.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (11.8km/h).

Average humidity in May - Rongotea, New Zealand
Average humidity in May
Rongotea, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in May: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (77%).

Average rainfall in May - Rongotea, New Zealand
Average rainfall in May
Rongotea, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in May: 57mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (66mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (32mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Rongotea, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in May
Rongotea, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in May - Rongotea, New Zealand
Average snowfall in May
Rongotea, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May - Rongotea, New Zealand
Average snowfall days in May
Rongotea, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Rongotea, New Zealand
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Rongotea, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May - Rongotea, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in May
Rongotea, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are September and October (8.8 days).

Average UV index in May - Rongotea, New Zealand
Average UV index in May
Rongotea, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May - Rongotea, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in May
Rongotea, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 35).

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

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

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