Great Barrier Island Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Great Barrier Island, New Zealand in May.

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Tryphena

Considering a trip to Great Barrier Island, New Zealand this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Great Barrier Island in May

Great Barrier Island, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. May in Great Barrier Island generally has pleasant temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) in Tryphena.

To explore the conditions in Great Barrier Island, New Zealand in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

May is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 106 mm (4.2 in) in Tryphena.

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Best Places to Visit in Great Barrier Island in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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unpleasant
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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).

Popular Destinations in Great Barrier Island

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in Great Barrier Island, New Zealand?

Tryphena

In May Tryphena generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

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Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Great Barrier Island, in New Zealand.

In our records: New Zealand May extremes

Notable May records observed across cities in New Zealand in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest May daytime high in New Zealand was -6°C (21°F) in Franz Josef on May 28, 2013.

Great Barrier Island weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Great Barrier Island, New Zealand in May?

In May, Great Barrier Island, New Zealand generally has tolerable weather conditions. Tryphena sees daytime temperatures near 18°C (64°F), with nights cooling to roughly 16°C (61°F).

What is the average temperature in Great Barrier Island, New Zealand in May?

Average temperatures in Great Barrier Island, New Zealand during May range from a nighttime low near 16°C (61°F) to a daytime high around 18°C (64°F) in Tryphena.

Does Great Barrier Island, New Zealand get a lot of rain in May?

Great Barrier Island, New Zealand sees substantial rainfall in May. Tryphena typically averages about 106 mm (4.2 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Great Barrier Island, New Zealand?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Tryphena, May might be a good time to visit Great Barrier Island, New Zealand. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Great Barrier Island, New Zealand is in January, February, March, April and December with generally perfect weather in Tryphena. On the other hand, the weather in June, July and August tend to be unpleasant.

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