Dunedin weather in May (Otago, New Zealand)

How is May weather typically in Dunedin? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

During May, Dunedin usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 13°C. At night, it falls to around 6°C.

Precipitation

Dunedin in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 65 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 17 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 99 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Dunedin. January, February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, July, August and September tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Dunedin, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 6°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 65 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 99 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 36% *  

* Data from: Dunedin, New Zealand (25 KM, 15 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.

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

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