Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May welcomes an average high-temperature of a mild 13.6°C (56.5°F), not much different from the preceding month. The average temperature in Christchurch drops to a chilly 6.4°C (43.5°F) during the night in the month of May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Christchurch, New Zealand, is 78%.Rainfall
In Christchurch, New Zealand, in May, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 21mm (0.83") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 114.3 rainfall days, and 300mm (11.81") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months without snowfall in Christchurch.Sea temperature
In Christchurch, the average seawater temperature in May is 12.3°C (54.1°F).Note: In 12.3°C (54.1°F), cold shock and rapid breathing can occur when swimming at temperatures below 10°C (50°F).
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Christchurch is 9h and 39min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:02 pm NZST.
Sunshine
In Christchurch, the average sunshine in May is 7.5h.UV index
April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Christchurch. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: During May, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Christchurch?
What is the average humidity in May in Christchurch?
How many days does it rain in May in Christchurch?
When it does not snow in Christchurch?
Does it snow in Christchurch in May?
What is the sea water temperature in May in Christchurch?
What is the average length of the day in May in Christchurch?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Christchurch?
How many hours of sunshine does Christchurch have in May?
When is the lowest UV index in Christchurch?
How high is the UV index in May in Christchurch?
Average temperature in May
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average high temperature in May: 13.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (21.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 6.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (11.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.8°C).
Average pressure in May
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average pressure in May: 1012.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.9mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average wind speed in May: 13.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.4km/h).
Average humidity in May
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average rainfall in May: 21mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (38mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (14mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average rainfall days in May: 8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is August (5mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are June and August (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average sea temperature in May: 12.3°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (16.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (9.5°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average daylight in May: 9h and 4min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average sunshine days in May: 21.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average UV index in May: 3
The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are January, February, March and May (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in May
Christchurch, New Zealand
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, August, September, October and November (9km).
Christchurch, New Zealand
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