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Visiting Mason Bay Beach, Stewart Island, New Zealand in May

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 74% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.9hrs. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Mason Bay Beach.

May has total rainfall of 20.3cm (8.0inches) making it quite rainy but mostly with moderate showers. There are 22.6 days with some rainfall so there are few clear days to enjoy the beach.

Sea temperatures are a cold 11°C (52°F). May is too cold for swimming in Mason Bay Beach 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 slightly into June.

In May, the weather at Mason Bay Beach becomes cooler and more unpredictable, with a mix of sunny and cloudy days. Swimming and sunbathing may be less enjoyable due to cooler temperatures. However, the strong winds make it an excellent month for windsurfing and kitesurfing, while snorkeling and diving are still possible. Consider visiting Mason Bay Beach in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.

Can you sunbathe in Mason Bay Beach in May?

No, May is not a good time for sunbathing in Mason Bay Beach.

May has average maximum temperatures of 12°C (54°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 74% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.9hrs. May has total rainfall of 20.3cm (8.0inches) making it quite rainy but mostly with moderate showers. There are 22.6 days with some rainfall so there are few clear days to enjoy the beach.

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Can you swim in Mason Bay Beach in May?

No, May is too cold for swimming in Mason Bay Beach for any length of time, with the sea water at 11°C (52°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

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Is May a good time to holiday in Mason Bay Beach?

No, May is not a good time for a holiday in Mason Bay Beach.

May has average maximum temperatures of 12°C (54°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 74% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.9hrs. May has total rainfall of 20.3cm (8.0inches) making it quite rainy but mostly with moderate showers. There are 22.6 days with some rainfall so there are few clear days to enjoy the beach. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Mason Bay Beach. Sea temperatures are a cold 11°C (52°F). May is too cold for swimming in Mason Bay Beach for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

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Is Mason Bay Beach warm in May?

No, Mason Bay Beach is too cold for sunbathing in May.

The average maximum temperature in Mason Bay Beach 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 Mason Bay Beach in May is 9°C (48°F). The average temperature is 11°C (51°F) in the previous month and 7°C (45°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Mason Bay Beach in May?

The average day light hours per day in Mason Bay Beach in May are 9.3. The sunshine percentage is 74% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.9hrs.

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Crowds in Mason Bay Beach in May

May is the beginning of winter in New Zealand, and the weather is quite cold. The number of visitors to Mason Bay Beach is minimal during this month, and the beach is not crowded at all. There are no significant public holidays or events in May that affect the crowd levels at the beach.

Temperature in Mason Bay Beach in May

The weather in May is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into June. The average maximum temperature in Mason Bay Beach 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 Mason Bay Beach in May is 9°C (48°F). The average temperature is 11°C (51°F) in the previous month and 7°C (45°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Mason Bay Beach in May is 6°C (43°F). The minimum temperature is 7°C (45°F) in the previous month and 3°C (38°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Mason Bay Beach in May

The days in May are shorter than the previous month and days continue to get slightly shorter into June. May has fewer hours of sunshine than the previous month. During May the average day light hours are 9.3 per day in Mason Bay Beach. The sunshine percentage is 74% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.9hrs.

The ultraviolet index in Mason Bay Beach in May is typically 1.3 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.

Sea Temperature in Mason Bay Beach in May

The average sea water temperature in Mason Bay Beach in May is 11.2°C (52.2°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 slightly into June.

Rainfall in Mason Bay Beach in May

May weather is slightly wetter than the previous month. May has a few more days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to rise slightly into June. The average total rainfall in Mason Bay Beach in May is 20.3cm (8.0inches) and on average there are 22.6 rainy days in May making it a very wet time to visit the beach.

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