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Cheviot Weather in May
Cheviot in May sees moderate temperatures, with highs around 15°C (59°F) and overnight lows of 6°C (43°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 61 mm (2.4 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.
Rainfall in Cheviot in May
On average, there are about 10 days with rain during this month, averaging 61 mm (2.4 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.
Temperature in Cheviot in May
May in Cheviot brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 15°C (59°F) and nights around 6°C (43°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. With overnight lows of 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, January, February, March and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
Cheviot Temperature in May
Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Chance of Rain
34%
Precipitation
61 mm (2.4 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Cheviot 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 Cheviot in May
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days.
What To Do in Cheviot in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Barbeque5/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
Cheviot 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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