National Park Weather in May

In National Park, May brings moderate daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), with nights cooling to 5°C (41°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in National Park in May

Historically, May sees about 19 days of rain, with a monthly average of 157 mm (6.2 in). This month brings frequent, heavy showers. Both the number of wet days and the rainfall totals are on the high side.

Temperature in National Park in May

National Park in May gets highs of 13°C (55°F) during the day and drops to 5°C (41°F) at night. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With lows around 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in National Park in May

The month brings about 130 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and overcast.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit National Park. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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National Park Temperature in May

Min Temperature 5°C (41°F)  

Max Temperature 13°C (55°F)  

Chance of Rain 63%  

Precipitation 157 mm (6.2 in)  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 130 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Turangi, New Zealand (40 KM, 25 Miles).

What to Wear in National Park in May

The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in National Park in May

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

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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit New Zealand, check out our National Park's climate page.

More climate data for National Park

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