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Porirua weather in May (Wellington, New Zealand)

How is the weather in Porirua in May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Porirua typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 15°C, while nights can cool down to about 11°C.

Porirua in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 96 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 15 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 118 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February, March and December typically offer the best circumstances. While June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Porirua, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 14°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 96 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 84% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 25 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 118 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Wellington, New Zealand (22 KM, 13 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in May

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Porirua in May?

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 14°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 in May.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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