Macandrew Bay weather in May (Otago, New Zealand)

How does the weather in Macandrew Bay usually fare in May? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Macandrew Bay includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 13°C, while nights can cool down to about 7°C.

Precipitation

Macandrew Bay in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 67 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 17 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 99 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

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

 

Macandrew Bay, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 67 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 99 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 36% *  

* Data from: Dunedin, New Zealand (32 KM, 19 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?

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

10/10

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