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 snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days 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
May
Weather in May
Temperature
May's arrival signals a moderate reduction in the average high-temperature, easing from a cool 11.3°C (52.3°F) in April to a frosty 7.8°C (46°F). The mean low-temperature during May nights is an icy 0.9°C (33.6°F).Humidity
In Oturehua, the average relative humidity in May is 87%.Rainfall
In Oturehua, in May, during 17.1 rainfall days, 71mm (2.8") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 203.1 rainfall days, and 805mm (31.69") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through November are months with snowfall. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 12mm (0.47") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.9 snowfall days, and 129mm (5.08") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Oturehua, the average length of the day in May is 9h and 31min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:39 pm. On the last day of May, in Oturehua, New Zealand, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:08 pm NZST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 6.6h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in May converts into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Oturehua?
How much does it rain in May?
When does it start snowing?
What is the average length of the day in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
How long on average sun shines in May?
How high is the UV index in May?
Average temperature in May
Oturehua, New Zealand
- Average high temperature in May: 7.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (16.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (3.6°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 0.9°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (6.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-2.8°C).
Average pressure in May
Oturehua, New Zealand
- Average pressure in May: 1012.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1010.8mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Oturehua, New Zealand
- Average wind speed in May: 9.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.9km/h).
Average humidity in May
Oturehua, New Zealand
- Average humidity in May: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Oturehua, New Zealand
- Average rainfall in May: 71mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (48mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Oturehua, New Zealand
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (13.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Oturehua, New Zealand
- Average snowfall in May: 12mm
The month with the highest snowfall is July (36mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Oturehua, New Zealand
- Average snowfall days in May: 1.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February and March (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Oturehua, New Zealand
- Average daylight in May: 9h and 3min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 6h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Oturehua, New Zealand
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Oturehua, New Zealand
- Average UV index in May: 2
The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Oturehua, New Zealand
- Average cloud cover in May: 46
The months with the most cloud cover are July, August and October (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
Average visibility in May
Oturehua, New Zealand
- Average visibility in May: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July and August (7km).
