Masterton weather in May (Wellington, New Zealand)

Wondering what the weather is like in Masterton during May? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Masterton includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 15°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 7°C.

Precipitation

Masterton in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 72 mm for the month. With virtually no rain, this driest month of the year is perfect for exploring the outdoors. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 15 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 110 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February and March typically offer the best circumstances. While June, July, August and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Masterton, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 72 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 86% *  

Sunshine 110 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Palmerston North, New Zealand (66 KM, 41 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.

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

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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