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 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
The beginning of May records an average high-temperature of a mild 15.9°C (60.6°F), marking a negligible difference from April's 17.8°C (64°F). Gisborne in May anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 10.1°C (50.2°F).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
February and May are months with the least rain in Gisborne when the rain falls for 12.1 days and typically aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of rain.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature is 17.2°C (63°F).Note: Swimming in water of 17.2°C (63°F) is not enjoyable for the majority of individuals. Breathing control becomes increasingly challenging as the temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Gisborne is 10h and 2min.On the first day of May in Gisborne, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:55 pm NZST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are May through August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Gisborne?
What is the average humidity in May in Gisborne?
What is the driest month in Gisborne?
How many days does it rain in May in Gisborne?
What is the sea water temperature in May in Gisborne?
How many hours of daylight does Gisborne have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Gisborne?
How long on average sun shines in May in Gisborne?
When is the lowest UV index in Gisborne?
How high is the UV index in May in Gisborne?
Average temperature in May
Gisborne, New Zealand
- Average high temperature in May: 15.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (22.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (12.4°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 10.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (14.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (7.5°C).
Average pressure in May
Gisborne, New Zealand
- Average pressure in May: 1015.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1013.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Gisborne, New Zealand
- Average wind speed in May: 16.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (18.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13.6km/h).
Average humidity in May
Gisborne, New Zealand
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are April, June and July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Gisborne, New Zealand
- Average rainfall in May: 30mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (64mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and May (30mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Gisborne, New Zealand
- Average rainfall days in May: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.4 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Gisborne, New Zealand
- Average sea temperature in May: 17.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (20.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (14.2°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gisborne, New Zealand
- Average daylight in May: 10h and 0min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Gisborne, New Zealand
- Average sunshine days in May: 17.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Gisborne, New Zealand
- Average UV index in May: 3
The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and October (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Gisborne, New Zealand
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Gisborne, 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).
Gisborne, New Zealand
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