Cambridge weather in May (Waikato, New Zealand)

Is Cambridge a good destination in May, weather-wise? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In May, Cambridge typically experiences moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 18°C, while night temperatures can drop to 8°C.

Precipitation

Cambridge in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 109 mm for the month. Expect around 14 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 138 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures January, February, March and November generally stand out with 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 Cambridge climate page with graphs.

 

Cambridge, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 45%  

Precipitation 109 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 89% *  

Sunshine 138 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Hamilton, New Zealand (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in May

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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?

For visitors traveling to Cambridge, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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