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Amberley Weather in May
In Amberley, May brings moderate daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), with nights cooling to 7°C (45°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.
Rainfall in Amberley in May
Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 10 days with rain, averaging 65 mm (2.6 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.
Temperature in Amberley in May
Temperatures in Amberley in May top out at 14°C (57°F) and drop to 7°C (45°F) overnight. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights drop to 7°C (45°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.
Sunshine in Amberley in May
The city usually sees around 138 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January and February typically offer the best weather for Amberley.
Amberley Temperature in May
Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
65 mm (2.6 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
86% *
Sunshine
138 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
47% *
* Data from: Christchurch, New Zealand (39 KM, 24 Miles).
Amberley Weather by Month
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Best Places in New Zealand in May
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Amberley in May
Pack for changing conditions in Amberley in May. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
What To Do in Amberley in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming5/10 -
Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
Amberley 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in May
Where to go in May - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Auckland
18°C (64°F) Paihia
19°C (66°F) Wellington15°C (59°F) Rotorua16°C (61°F) Christchurch
15°C (59°F) Nelson15°C (59°F) Taupo15°C (59°F) Queenstown8°C (46°F) Bucket list
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