May weather forecast
Blenheim, New Zealand

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Weather in May

As the fifth month of the year, May further descends into the colder temperatures that are characteristic of late autumn. The fall in temperature down to 16°C (60.8°F) on average, coincides with a surge in relative humidity up to 81.5%. This combination sets a rather cool and moist atmospheric tune. The increased dampness may be seen as a prelude to the winter season. Despite the chill and moisture, May retains a certain charm, with clear days offering splendid views of the autumn foliage.

Temperature

In May, the average high-temperature in Blenheim marginally decreases from an enjoyable 19°C (66.2°F) in April to a still comfortable 16°C (60.8°F). During May nights, Blenheim records an average temperature of 4.5°C (40.1°F).

Humidity

In Blenheim, the average relative humidity in May is 81.5%.

Rainfall

In Blenheim, in May, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 61mm (2.4") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 81.5 rainfall days, and 711mm (27.99") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Blenheim is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of May, in Blenheim, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:03 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 5.6h.
Updated: Jan 27, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Blenheim in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Blenheim, is 16°C (60.8°F), while the low-temperature averages to 4.5°C (40.1°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Blenheim?

The average relative humidity in May in Blenheim, New Zealand, is 81.5%.

How much does it rain in Blenheim in May?

In Blenheim, during May, the rain falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Blenheim have in May?

The average day length in May in Blenheim is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Blenheim?

On the first day of May in Blenheim, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:03 pm NZST.

How many hours of sunshine does Blenheim have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Blenheim, New Zealand, is 5.6h.
Average humidity
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Average daylight
Average sunshine

Average temperature in May
Blenheim, New Zealand

Average temperature in May - Blenheim, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in May: 16°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (24.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (12.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 4.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (11.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (1.5°C).

Average humidity in May
Blenheim, New Zealand

Average humidity in May - Blenheim, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in May: 81.5%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83.7%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (67.5%).

Average rainfall in May
Blenheim, New Zealand

Average rainfall in May - Blenheim, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in May: 60.6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (74.3mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (46.5mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Blenheim, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in May - Blenheim, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (8.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Blenheim, 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Blenheim, New Zealand

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