Eskdale weather in May (Hawke's Bay, New Zealand)

Wondering what the weather is like in Eskdale during May? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In May, Eskdale tends to experience moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 17°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 9°C.

Precipitation

Eskdale in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 72 mm for the month. As the driest month, you can expect little to no rain. This makes it perfect for outdoor events and activities. Enjoy the freedom from wet weather. You can typically expect 10 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 155 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January, February, March, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, July tends to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Eskdale, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 17°C  

Chance of Rain 35%  

Precipitation 72 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 155 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Napier, New Zealand (11 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?

For visitors traveling to Eskdale, 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

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Barbeque

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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