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Papatotara Weather in May

Papatotara in May sees moderate daytime temperatures of 13°C (55°F) and nighttime lows of 7°C (45°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 143 mm (5.6 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Papatotara in May

You can expect rain on roughly 19 days based on historical data, averaging 143 mm (5.6 in) for the month. Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.

Temperature in Papatotara in May

Daytime highs in Papatotara in May reach 13°C (55°F), with nights around 7°C (45°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights fall to 7°C (45°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Papatotara in May

The city usually sees around 88 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Papatotara. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Papatotara Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 64%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 143 mm (5.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 87% *  
SunshineSunshine 88 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 32% *  
* Data from: Invercargill, New Zealand (61 KM, 38 Miles).

Best Places in New Zealand in May

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Papatotara in May

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Papatotara in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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