May weather forecast
Oamaru, New Zealand

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Weather in May

May ushers in a considerably colder climate to Oamaru, setting the stage for winter. The drastic change in temperate is evidenced by a highest temperature average of only 13°C (55.4°F) and a lower one of 4.3°C (39.7°F). Rainfall frequency remains fairly steady while daylight hours continue to dwindle. Cooler weather combined with shorter days makes May a noticeable harbinger of winter in New Zealand.

Temperature

With the arrival of May, Oamaru experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from an enjoyable 16.4°C (61.5°F) in April to a still refreshing 13°C (55.4°F). The nighttime temperature dips to a wintry 4.3°C (39.7°F) on average during May.

Rainfall

During May, Oamaru regularly aggregates up to 50mm (1.97") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Oamaru, 589mm (23.19") of rain is accumulated.

Daylight

In Oamaru, the average length of the day in May is 9h and 30min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:04 pm NZST.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Oamaru?

In Oamaru, 13°C (55.4°F) is the average high-temperature and 4.3°C (39.7°F) is the average low-temperature during May.

How much does it rain in Oamaru in May?

Throughout May, in Oamaru, New Zealand, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

In Oamaru, the average day length in May is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Oamaru?

On the first day of May in Oamaru, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:04 pm NZST.

Average temperature in May
Oamaru, New Zealand

Average temperature in May - Oamaru, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in May: 13°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (20.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 4.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (11.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (1.6°C).

Average rainfall in May
Oamaru, New Zealand

Average rainfall in May - Oamaru, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in May: 50mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (63mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (32mm).

Average daylight in May
Oamaru, New Zealand

Average daylight in May - Oamaru, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in May: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

Oamaru, New Zealand

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