Lawrence weather in May (New Zealand)

Is Lawrence a good destination in May, weather-wise? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in Lawrence generally includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 12°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 3°C.

Precipitation

Lawrence in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 82 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 15 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 99 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures March generally stands out with the best circumstances. While June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Lawrence, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 12°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 82 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 99 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 36% *  

Data from: Dunedin, New Zealand (38 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in May

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Weather conditions Weather

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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

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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