Papamoa weather in May (Bay of Plenty, New Zealand)
Thinking of visiting Papamoa in May? Check the weather first! Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.
Temperatures
The month of May in Papamoa typically brings moderate temperatures and high rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 18°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 12°C.
Precipitation
Papamoa in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 118 mm for the month. Typically around 11 days days of rainfall are expected.Average sunshine
Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 168 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, 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 Papamoa climate page with graphs.
Papamoa, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
12°C
Max Temperature
18°C
Water Temperature
17°C *
Chance of Rain
36%
Precipitation
118 mm
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
83% *
Windspeed
14 km/h *
Sunshine
168 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
53% *
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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So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Papamoa, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 17°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.
Interested in more climate information?
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