Akaroa weather in May (Canterbury, New Zealand)

Will it be warm or cold in Akaroa this May? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

May in Akaroa generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 14°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 9°C.

Precipitation

Akaroa in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 61 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 14 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 138 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February typically offers the best circumstances. While June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Akaroa climate page with graphs.

 

Akaroa, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 46%  

Precipitation 61 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 86% *  

Sunshine 138 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 47% *  

* Data from: Christchurch, New Zealand (49 KM, 30 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in May

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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