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Hanmer Springs Weather in May

May in Hanmer Springs brings low temperatures around 12°C (54°F) during the day, dropping to 2°C (36°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 89 mm (3.5 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Hanmer Springs in May

This month experiences about 12 days of rain according to historical data, averaging 89 mm (3.5 in). When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.

Temperature in Hanmer Springs in May

May in Hanmer Springs sees highs of 12°C (54°F) and lows of 2°C (36°F) overnight. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. At 2°C (36°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January and February typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Hanmer Springs Temperature in May

Min Temperature

2°C (36°F)

Max Temperature

12°C (54°F)

Chance of Rain

41%

Precipitation

89 mm (3.5 in)

Rainy days

12 days

Hanmer Springs Weather by Month

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January

20°C (68°F)View January → February

20°C (68°F)View February → March

18°C (64°F)View March → April

15°C (59°F)View April → May

12°C (54°F)View May → June

8°C (46°F)View June → July

7°C (45°F)View July → August

9°C (48°F)View August → September

11°C (52°F)View September → This monthOctober

13°C (55°F)View October → November

15°C (59°F)View November → December

18°C (64°F)View December →

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Historical weather records for Hanmer Springs in May

Browse day-by-day weather records for Hanmer Springs spanning 30 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Hanmer Springs historical weather extremes in May

According to our 29 years of weather records for Hanmer Springs, the following extremes were recorded between 1997 and 2026.

The hottest May day on record in Hanmer Springs reached 25°C (77°F) (May 4, 2002).
The lowest daytime temperature in May was 0°C (32°F), recorded on May 25, 2015.
The lowest overnight temperature recorded in May was -12°C (10°F) (May 12, 2009).

Best Places in New Zealand in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation

Temperatures Precipitation

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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).

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in May: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

What to Wear in Hanmer Springs in May

Pack for changing conditions in Hanmer Springs in May. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes.