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Arrowtown Weather in May

May in Arrowtown sees daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and lows of 0°C (32°F) at night. With around 130 mm (5.1 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Arrowtown in May

Historically, approximately 12 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 130 mm (5.1 in). When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.

Temperature in Arrowtown in May

In May, Arrowtown gets low temperatures, with highs of 8°C (46°F). Nights cool to around 0°C (32°F). Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With lows around 0°C (32°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Arrowtown in May

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 87 hours of sunshine.

May in Arrowtown has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.

Arrowtown Temperature in May

Min Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
130 mm (5.1 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
81% *
Sunshine
87 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Queenstown, New Zealand (16 KM, 10 Miles).

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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 Arrowtown in May

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Arrowtown in May. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Arrowtown in May

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

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    3/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

Arrowtown 3-Day Forecast

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