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Levin weather in May (Manawatu, New Zealand)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Levin during May? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

The month of May in Levin typically brings moderate temperatures and high rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 15°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 8°C.

Precipitation

Levin in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 122 mm for the month. You can typically expect 14 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 110 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

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 Levin climate page with graphs.

 

Levin, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 46%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 122 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 86% *  
SunshineSunshine 110 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Palmerston North, New Zealand (40 KM, 25 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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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
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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