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The weather in May is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into June. May has average maximum temperatures of 12°C (54°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 28% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.7 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Lake Wakatipu.
May has total rainfall of 4.2cm (1.7inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 9.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.
Sea temperatures are a cold 11°C (52°F). May is too cold for swimming in Lake Wakatipu for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in May is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into June.
May brings cooler weather and occasional rain to Lake Wakatipu. While swimming and sunbathing are less popular during this month, the lake remains a picturesque destination for beach walks and picnics. Windsurfing and kitesurfing are still possible, but the wind conditions may be less consistent. Hiking and biking in the surrounding area continue to be popular activities. Consider visiting Lake Wakatipu in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
No, May is not a good time for sunbathing in Lake Wakatipu.
May has average maximum temperatures of 12°C (54°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 28% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.7 hours of sunshine per day. May has total rainfall of 4.2cm (1.7inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 9.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.
More about May temperature and sunshine.
No, May is too cold for swimming in Lake Wakatipu for any length of time, with the sea water at 11°C (52°F), unless you have a wetsuit.
More about May sea temperatures.
No, May is not a good time for a holiday in Lake Wakatipu.
May has average maximum temperatures of 12°C (54°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 28% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.7 hours of sunshine per day. May has total rainfall of 4.2cm (1.7inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 9.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Lake Wakatipu. Sea temperatures are a cold 11°C (52°F). May is too cold for swimming in Lake Wakatipu for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.
More about the May temperatures and sunshine.
No, Lake Wakatipu is too cold for sunbathing in May.
The average maximum temperature in Lake Wakatipu in May is 12°C (54°F). The average maximum temperature is 14°C (57°) in the previous month and 11°C (51°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Lake Wakatipu in May is 10°C (50°F). The average temperature is 12°C (54°F) in the previous month and 8°C (47°F) in the next month.
More info about the May temperatures and sunshine.
The average day light hours per day in Lake Wakatipu in May are 9.5. The sunshine percentage is 28% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.7 hours of sunshine per day.
More about May sunshine.
May is a quiet month for beach visits at Lake Wakatipu, as the weather continues to cool and the autumn season progresses. There are no public holidays or special events in May that would affect the crowds, so the beaches are generally not crowded at all.
The weather in May is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into June. The average maximum temperature in Lake Wakatipu in May is 12°C (54°F). The average maximum temperature is 14°C (57°F) in the previous month and 11°C (51°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Lake Wakatipu in May is 10°C (50°F). The average temperature is 12°C (54°F) in the previous month and 8°C (47°F) in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Lake Wakatipu in May is 7°C (45°F). The minimum temperature is 10°C (50°F) in the previous month and 6°C (43°F) in the next month.
The days in May are shorter than the previous month and days continue to get slightly shorter into June. May has slightly less hours of sunshine than the previous month. During May the average day light hours are 9.5 per day in Lake Wakatipu. The sunshine percentage is 28% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with little sunshine. There are 2.7 hours of sunshine per day.
The ultraviolet index in Lake Wakatipu in May is typically 2 during May. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Lake Wakatipu in May is 11°C (51.8°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in May is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into June.
May weather is slightly drier than the previous month. May has a couple of less days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into June. The average total rainfall in Lake Wakatipu in May is 4.2cm (1.7inches) and on average there are 9.3 rainy days in May making it a quite rainy time to visit the beach.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
