May is a very cold and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in New Zealand, and not recommended. May is too cold for swimming in New Zealand for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting New Zealand in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
The average maximum temperature in New Zealand in May is 11°. The average maximum temperature is 13° in the previous month and 10° in the next month.
The average temperature in New Zealand in May is 8°. The average temperature ranges is 10° in the previous month and 7° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in New Zealand in May is 7°. The minimum temperature is 9° in the previous month and 6° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in New Zealand in May are 10.1 and there are 4.1 hours of sunshine per day on average during May making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in New Zealand in May is typically 2.7 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 New Zealand in May is 16.3° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.
The average total rainfall in New Zealand in May is 0.7cm and on average there are 10.3 rainy days in May making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in New Zealand in May is 8° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 9° in the previous month and 7° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in New Zealand in May is typically 59.1%. The maximum relative humidity is 58.1% in the previous month and 58.8% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in New Zealand in May is typically 51.7%. The average relative humidity is 49.4% in the previous month and 51.9% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in New Zealand in May is typically 15kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 15kmh in the previous month and 16kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in New Zealand in May is typically 8kmh. The average wind speed is 8kmh in the previous month and 9kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in New Zealand in May is from the South-Southeast.
