Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
May
Weather in May
Temperature
Transitioning from April to May involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from a cool 11.3°C (52.3°F) to a chilly 7.8°C (46°F). During the nights in May, Tarras observes an average low-temperature of 0.9°C (33.6°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 87%.Rainfall
In Tarras, New Zealand, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 71mm (2.8") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Tarras, New Zealand, there are 203.1 rainfall days, and 805mm (31.69") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through November are months with snowfall. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 12mm (0.47") of snow. Throughout the year, in Tarras, there are 14.9 snowfall days, and 129mm (5.08") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Tarras is 9h and 32min.On the first day of May in Tarras, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:11 pm NZST.
Sunshine
In Tarras, the average sunshine in May is 6.6h.UV index
In Tarras, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Tarras in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Tarras?
How many days does it rain in May in Tarras?
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What is the average length of the day in May in Tarras?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Tarras?
How many hours of sunshine does Tarras have in May?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Tarras?
Average temperature in May
Tarras, New Zealand
- Average high temperature in May: 7.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (16.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (3.6°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 0.9°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (6.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-2.8°C).
Average pressure in May
Tarras, New Zealand
- Average pressure in May: 1012.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1010.8mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Tarras, New Zealand
- Average wind speed in May: 9.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.9km/h).
Average humidity in May
Tarras, New Zealand
- Average humidity in May: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Tarras, New Zealand
- Average rainfall in May: 71mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (48mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Tarras, New Zealand
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (13.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Tarras, New Zealand
- Average snowfall in May: 12mm
The month with the highest snowfall is July (36mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Tarras, New Zealand
- Average snowfall days in May: 1.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February and March (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Tarras, New Zealand
- Average daylight in May: 9h and 3min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
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: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Tarras, New Zealand
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Tarras, New Zealand
- Average UV index in May: 2
The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Tarras, New Zealand
- Average cloud cover in May: 46
The months with the most cloud cover are July, August and October (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
Average visibility in May
Tarras, New Zealand
- Average visibility in May: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July and August (7km).
