May weather forecast
Niue

In May, Niue is in the midst of the autumn season, moving steadily towards the drier and cooler months of the year. The average temperature in May ranges from 24°C (75.2°F) to 26°C (78.8°F), making it slightly cooler than the preceding months. Despite the cooler temperatures, the climate remains comfortably warm, a typical characteristic of the island's tropical weather.

The amount of rainfall in May continues to decrease, with the island receiving approximately 120mm (4.72") of rain on average. This reduction marks a significant transition from the high rainfall of the wetter months, suggesting the approach of the drier season.

Alofi, the capital city of Niue, mirrors the island's overall weather pattern in May. The cooler temperatures and decreased rainfall typical of this month also apply to Alofi. The city, benefiting from its coastal location, also enjoys refreshing sea breezes.

Compared to the forthcoming month of June, the weather in May is slightly warmer and wetter. The month of June, marking the beginning of the winter season, sees a further drop in both temperature and rainfall, underscoring the seasonal transition.

Although the cyclone season is typically over by May, weather can still be variable with occasional showers. Nonetheless, the majority of the month brings ample sunshine and pleasant conditions, making outdoor activities enjoyable and the ocean waters invigorating.

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• Alofi - May »
  The months with the highest UV index in Alofi are January through May, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. In Alofi in May, it is raining for 18.7 days, with typically 90mm (3.54") of accumulated precipitation.
• Hakupu - May »
  As Hakupu welcomes May, the average high-temperature is noted at a still warm 26.6°C (79.9°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. In Hakupu in May, during 18.7 rainfall days, 90mm (3.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Liku - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Liku sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 17:48 -11. In May, in Liku the rain falls for 18.7 days.
• Mutalau - May »
  True to the transitioning times, May in Mutalau, Niue manifests a notable decrease in rainfall, 90mm (3.54") to be precise, signaling drier days ahead. The months with the highest UV index in Mutalau are January through May, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
• Lakepa - May »
  The months with the highest UV index in Lakepa are January through May, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. On the first day of May in Lakepa, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 17:58.
• Makefu - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Makefu sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 17:49 -11. Contrasting with the previous month, May weather in Makefu, Niue brings in less rainfall measuring at 90mm (3.54").
• Avatele - May »
  In Avatele during the entire year, the rain falls for 229.1 days and collects up to 1209mm (47.6") of precipitation. In Avatele, during May, the rain falls for 18.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 90mm (3.54") of precipitation.