Lake Hayes weather in May (Otago, New Zealand)
What should you pack for a trip to Lake Hayes in May? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.
Temperatures
The month of May in Lake Hayes typically brings low temperatures and high rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 8°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 0°C.
Precipitation
Lake Hayes in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 128 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 12 days.Average sunshine
The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 87 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Lake Hayes. January, February, March and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April, 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 Lake Hayes climate page with graphs.
Lake Hayes, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
0°C
Max Temperature
8°C
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
128 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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