May weather forecast
Sydenham, New Zealand

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Sydenham, is another refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 13.6°C (56.5°F) and an average low of 6.4°C (43.5°F).

Temperature

Welcoming May, Sydenham notes an average high-temperature of a mild 13.6°C (56.5°F), nearly consistent with April's 16.2°C (61.2°F). An average low-temperature of 6.4°C (43.5°F) is observed during May nights in Sydenham.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Sydenham, during May, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sydenham, there are 114.3 rainfall days, and 300mm (11.81") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Sydenham, New Zealand, snow does not fall in January through May, October through December.

Daylight

In Sydenham, the average length of the day in May is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:02 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sydenham are April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Sydenham?
In Sydenham, 13.6°C (56.5°F) is the average high-temperature and 6.4°C (43.5°F) is the average low-temperature during May.
What is the average humidity in May in Sydenham?
The average relative humidity in May in Sydenham, New Zealand, is 78%.
How many days does it rain in May in Sydenham?
In Sydenham, New Zealand, in May, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 21mm (0.83") of accumulated precipitation.
When it does not snow in Sydenham?
January through May, October through December are months without snowfall in Sydenham, New Zealand.
Does it snow in Sydenham in May?
In Sydenham, in May, it doesn't snow. In June, it regularly snows.
How many hours of daylight does Sydenham have in May?
In Sydenham, the average day length in May is 9h and 39min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Sydenham?
On the first day of May in Sydenham, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:02 pm NZST.
How long on average sun shines in May in Sydenham?
In Sydenham, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.5h.
When is the lowest UV index in Sydenham?
April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Sydenham.
How high is the UV index in May in Sydenham?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sydenham, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in May: 13.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (21.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (11.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Sydenham, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in May: 1012.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Sydenham, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.4km/h).

Average humidity in May
Sydenham, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Sydenham, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in May: 21mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (38mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (14mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Sydenham, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sydenham, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (5mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Sydenham, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are June and August (0.3 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
Sydenham, 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: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sydenham, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in May: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (17.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Sydenham, 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 and September (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Sydenham, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are January, February, March and May (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Sydenham, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

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

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