Canterbury Weather in May

May in Canterbury brings moderate temperatures around 17°C (63°F) during the day, dropping to 10°C (50°F) at night, with some rainfall expected.

Rainfall in Canterbury in May

Past climate data indicates that roughly 13 days will see rain, totalling around 58 mm (2.3 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Canterbury in May

In May, Canterbury gets moderate temperatures, with highs of 17°C (63°F). Nights cool to around 10°C (50°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights fall to 10°C (50°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Canterbury in May

With approximately 202 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances for Canterbury.