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Halcombe Weather in May

May in Halcombe brings moderate temperatures around 16°C (61°F) during the day, dropping to 8°C (46°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 88 mm (3.5 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Halcombe in May

Historically, May sees about 14 days of rain, with a monthly average of 88 mm (3.5 in). 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 Halcombe in May

Daytime temperatures in Halcombe reach 16°C (61°F) in May, dropping to 8°C (46°F) at night. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. Nights fall to 8°C (46°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 Halcombe in May

With about 110 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and overcast, creating a pleasant environment.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February and March typically offer the best weather for Halcombe.

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Halcombe Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 48%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 88 mm (3.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 86% *  
SunshineSunshine 110 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Palmerston North, New Zealand (25 KM, 15 Miles).

Best Places in New Zealand in May

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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 (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 Halcombe in May

For Halcombe in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Halcombe in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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