Nelson weather in May (Nelson Region, New Zealand)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Nelson this May? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In May, Nelson typically experiences moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 15°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 8°C.

Precipitation

Nelson in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 123 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 10 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 176 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days February and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Nelson, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 123 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 88%  

Sunshine 176 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Nelson.

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