Mosgiel weather in May (Otago, New Zealand)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Mosgiel this May? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Mosgiel includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 13°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 5°C.

Precipitation

Mosgiel in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 66 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 16 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 99 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June and July tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Mosgiel, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Water Temperature 11°C *  

Chance of Rain 53%  

Precipitation 66 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Windspeed 11 km/h *  

Sunshine 99 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 36% *  

Data from: Dunedin, New Zealand (13 KM, 8 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. With a water temperature of around 11°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

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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