May Rainfall and Precipitation in The Catlins
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in the Catlins, New Zealand in May.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in May: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
The Catlins precipitation in May: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does the Catlins, New Zealand receive in May?
Owaka sees moderate rainfall in May, averaging around 83 mm (3.3 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.
How many days does it rain in the Catlins, New Zealand in May?
On average, Owaka has about 20 days days of rain in May.
Is May part of the rainy season in the Catlins, New Zealand?
Not really. May is outside the wettest stretch of the year in the Catlins, New Zealand.
What is the wettest city in May in the Catlins, New Zealand?
Looking at our data, Waikawa tops the wettest-cities list in the Catlins, New Zealand for May, with monthly rainfall averaging 108 mm (4.3 in).
What is the driest city in May in the Catlins, New Zealand?
Kaka Point is the driest city we have data for in the Catlins, New Zealand in May, with monthly rainfall close to 78 mm (3.1 in).
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