Kenepuru Sounds weather in May (Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand)

Is May a good time to explore Kenepuru Sounds weather-wise? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

In May, Kenepuru Sounds typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 16°C. At night, it falls to around 9°C.

Precipitation

Kenepuru Sounds in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 85 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 10 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

With about 176 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January, February, March and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Kenepuru Sounds, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 16°C  

Chance of Rain 35%  

Precipitation 85 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 88% *  

Sunshine 176 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Nelson, New Zealand (55 KM, 34 Miles).

Where to go 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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

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

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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