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Brighton weather in May (New Zealand)

Interested in knowing the climate of Brighton in May? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

The month of May in Brighton typically includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 13°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 5°C.

Precipitation

Brighton in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 68 mm for the month. This month experiences about 16 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 99 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February and March typically offer the best circumstances. While July tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Brighton, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 11°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 68 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 80% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 99 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 36% *  
Data from: Dunedin, New Zealand (12 KM, 7 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.

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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. With a water temperature of around 11°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Brighton.

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