May weather forecast
Auckland, New Zealand

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The city of Auckland, New Zealand, viewed across the water early morning
The city of Auckland, New Zealand, viewed across the water early morning

Weather in May

May showcases obvious signals of winter's approach in Auckland. Auckland experiences a significant increase in rainfall from 50mm (1.97") in April to 63mm (2.48"). The temperatures, both terrestrial and marine, continue to drop, closely following the trend of the previous month. Wind speeds continue to increase, providing the city with a refreshing breeze. Despite the contracting daylight hours, Auckland remains a city full of life and activity.

Temperature

May's onset brings an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 16.8°C (62.2°F), showing a minute difference from April's 19.3°C (66.7°F). May nights in Auckland, New Zealand, reveal a minor deviation from daytime highs, with a mean low-temperature of 13.1°C (55.6°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Auckland, New Zealand, is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout May, 63mm (2.48") of precipitation is accumulated. In Auckland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.5 days and collects up to 625mm (24.61") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Auckland, in May, the average water temperature is 18.1°C (64.6°F).
Note: Swimming is not a pleasant activity for most when the water temperature is 18.1°C (64.6°F). As the water temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing becomes more difficult to control.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Auckland is 10h and 11min.
On the first day of May in Auckland, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:13 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Jan 27, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Auckland?

Auckland in May has an average high-temperature of 16.8°C (62.2°F) and an average low-temperature of 13.1°C (55.6°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Auckland?

In May, the average relative humidity in Auckland is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Auckland?

In Auckland, New Zealand, in May, it is raining for 18 days, with typically 63mm (2.48") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the sea water temperature in May in Auckland?

In Auckland, in May, the average water temperature is 18.1°C (64.6°F). For most, swimming in 18.1°C (64.6°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

How many hours of daylight does Auckland have in May?

The average day length in May is 10h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Auckland?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in Auckland, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:13 pm NZST.

How many hours of sunshine does Auckland have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Auckland?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Auckland, New Zealand

Average temperature in May - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in May: 16.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 13.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.4°C).

Average pressure in May
Auckland, New Zealand

Average pressure in May - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and September (1014.8mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Auckland, New Zealand

Average wind speed in May - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in May: 17.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (19km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Auckland, New Zealand

Average humidity in May - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and November (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Auckland, New Zealand

Average rainfall in May - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in May: 63mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (34mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Auckland, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in May - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Auckland, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in May - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in May: 18.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (21.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (14.7°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Auckland, New Zealand

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Auckland, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in May - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (7.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Auckland, New Zealand

Average UV index in May - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Auckland, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in May - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Auckland, New Zealand

Average visibility in May - Auckland, 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).

Auckland, New Zealand

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