May weather forecast
Abbotsford, New Zealand

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Abbotsford, is also a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 11.1°C (52°F) and an average low of 6.1°C (43°F).

Temperature

The introduction of May notes a subtle temperature variation to a fresh 11.1°C (52°F) from April's 13.6°C (56.5°F). May registers an average low temperature of 6.1°C (43°F), subtly lower than the daytime maximum.

Humidity

In Abbotsford, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In Abbotsford, during May, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Abbotsford, there are 189 rainfall days, and 513mm (20.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Abbotsford are May, July through September. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, in Abbotsford, there are 2.1 snowfall days, and 23mm (0.91") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Abbotsford, New Zealand, the average length of the day in May is 9h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:03 pm NZST.

Sunshine

In Abbotsford, the average sunshine in May is 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during May translates into the following directions:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Abbotsford?
May temperatures in Abbotsford, New Zealand, vary between a high-temperature of 11.1°C (52°F) and a low-temperature of 6.1°C (43°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Abbotsford?
The average relative humidity in May is 81%.
How many days does it rain in May in Abbotsford?
In Abbotsford, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 39mm (1.54") of accumulated precipitation.
When does it start snowing in Abbotsford?
May is the first month it typically snows in Abbotsford, New Zealand. Throughout May, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Abbotsford have in May?
In May, the average day length in Abbotsford is 9h and 26min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Abbotsford?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:03 pm NZST.
How long on average sun shines in May in Abbotsford?
The average sunshine duration in May is 6.2h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Abbotsford?
The months with the lowest UV index are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3.
What is the UV index reading in May in Abbotsford?
In Abbotsford, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May - Abbotsford, New Zealand
Average temperature in May
Abbotsford, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in May: 11.1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (17.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (8.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (9.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.8°C).

Average pressure in May - Abbotsford, New Zealand
Average pressure in May
Abbotsford, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in May: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Abbotsford, New Zealand
Average wind speed in May
Abbotsford, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in May: 16km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13.5km/h).

Average humidity in May - Abbotsford, New Zealand
Average humidity in May
Abbotsford, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (78%).

Average rainfall in May - Abbotsford, New Zealand
Average rainfall in May
Abbotsford, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in May: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (64mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (26mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Abbotsford, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in May
Abbotsford, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (13.1 days).

Average snowfall in May - Abbotsford, New Zealand
Average snowfall in May
Abbotsford, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in May: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (11mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May - Abbotsford, New Zealand
Average snowfall days in May
Abbotsford, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Abbotsford, New Zealand
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Abbotsford, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May - Abbotsford, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in May
Abbotsford, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.5 days).

Average UV index in May - Abbotsford, New Zealand
Average UV index in May
Abbotsford, 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, September and October (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May - Abbotsford, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in May
Abbotsford, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are October and November (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in May - Abbotsford, New Zealand
Average visibility in May
Abbotsford, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June and July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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