May weather forecast
Hamilton, New Zealand

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Weather in May

May in Hamilton paves the way for winter reminders. Gusty winds meandering their way through the city and resulting in an increased number of rainfall days signal the imminent arrival of the coldest season. Consequently, the temperature fluctuation is evidently visible as the daytime high descends to 16.9°C (62.4°F). Amidst such transition, the landscape morphs into a striking spectacle with a broad spectrum of autumnal hues still lingering. Also, the comforting aroma of wood fires begins to lace the air as local residents start to equip their hearths for the approaching chill.

Temperature

With the onset of May, Hamilton's average high-temperature slightly adjusts, moderately receding from April's refreshing 19.9°C (67.8°F) to a still enjoyable 16.9°C (62.4°F). In May, Hamilton's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 6.9°C (44.4°F) during the night.

Humidity

In Hamilton, the average relative humidity in May is 89.9%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout May, 100mm (3.94") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hamilton, there are 124.4 rainfall days, and 1108mm (43.62") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Hamilton is 10h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:08 pm NZST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Hamilton is 4.5h.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Hamilton?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Hamilton, New Zealand, during May are 16.9°C (62.4°F) and 6.9°C (44.4°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Hamilton?

The average relative humidity in May in Hamilton is 89.9%.

How many days does it rain in May in Hamilton?

In Hamilton, during May, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 100mm (3.94") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in May in Hamilton?

The average day length in May in Hamilton is 10h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Hamilton?

On the first day of May in Hamilton, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:08 pm NZST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Hamilton?

In Hamilton, the average sunshine duration in May is 4.5h.

Average temperature in May
Hamilton, New Zealand

Average temperature in May - Hamilton, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in May: 16.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (24.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (13.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (4°C).

Average humidity in May
Hamilton, New Zealand

Average humidity in May - Hamilton, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in May: 89.9%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (91.4%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (79.1%).

Average rainfall in May
Hamilton, New Zealand

Average rainfall in May - Hamilton, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in May: 99.7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (118.2mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (68.7mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Hamilton, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in May - Hamilton, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Hamilton, New Zealand

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