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 sea temperature 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
Weather in May
Temperature
April's transformation into May witnesses an average high-temperature of a still mild 14.1°C (57.4°F), noting a minor change from the preceding month. May records a small disparity from daytime temperatures, marking an average low-temperature of 11.4°C (52.5°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 79%.Rainfall
In Wellington, in May, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 33mm (1.3") of accumulated precipitation. In Wellington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.3 days and collects up to 394mm (15.51") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In Wellington, in May, the average water temperature is 14.7°C (58.5°F).Note: Diving into 14.7°C (58.5°F) when it's under 10°C (50°F) can cause immediate cold shock symptoms, marked by hyperventilation.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Wellington is 9h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of May, in Wellington, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:00 pm NZST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 7.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Wellington are May and June, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Wellington in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Wellington?
How much does it rain in Wellington in May?
What is the water temperature in May in Wellington?
How many hours of daylight does Wellington have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Wellington?
How many hours of sunshine does Wellington have in May?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Wellington?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Wellington?
Average temperature in May
Wellington, New Zealand
- Average high temperature in May: 14.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (18.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.4°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 11.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (15.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9°C).
Average pressure in May
Wellington, New Zealand
- Average pressure in May: 1014mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1012.2mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Wellington, New Zealand
- Average wind speed in May: 25.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (26.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (23.1km/h).
Average humidity in May
Wellington, New Zealand
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, April and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).
Average rainfall in May
Wellington, New Zealand
- Average rainfall in May: 33mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (47mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (20mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Wellington, New Zealand
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Wellington, New Zealand
- Average sea temperature in May: 14.7°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (17.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (12.3°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Wellington, New Zealand
- Average daylight in May: 9h and 5min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Wellington, New Zealand
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Wellington, New Zealand
- Average UV index in May: 3
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and June (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Wellington, New Zealand
- Average cloud cover in May: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Wellington, New Zealand
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
Wellington, New Zealand
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