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

What does the weather outlook for Hastings look like in May? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

During May, Hastings usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 17°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 9°C.

Precipitation

Hastings in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 62 mm for the month. Expect the least amount of rain this month, providing an excellent opportunity for outdoor activities. Enjoy the freedom of clear skies and dry conditions. Expect around 10 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 155 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Hastings. January, February, March, April, November and December 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 Hastings climate page with graphs.

 

Hastings, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 17°C  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 62 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 155 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Napier, New Zealand (18 KM, 11 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 Hastings, 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

6/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Barbeque

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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