Gibbston weather in May (Otago, New Zealand)
What should you pack for a trip to Gibbston in May? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.
Temperatures
In May, Gibbston tends to experience low temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 8°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 0°C.
Precipitation
Gibbston in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 112 mm for the month. On average, there are about 12 days with rain during this month.Average sunshine
The month has fewer sunny days, with around 87 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Gibbston. January, February and March typically offer the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Gibbston climate page with graphs.
Gibbston, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
0°C
Max Temperature
8°C
Chance of Rain
39%
Precipitation
112 mm
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
81% *
Sunshine
87 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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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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So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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