May Rainfall and Precipitation in Hawke's Bay
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Hawke's Bay, 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.
Hawke's Bay precipitation in May: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Hawke's Bay, New Zealand receive in May?
Napier stays mostly dry in May, with average rainfall close to 67 mm (2.6 in).
How many days does it rain in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand in May?
Expect around 10 days rainy days in Napier during May.
Is May part of the rainy season in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand?
No. May sits outside the typical rainy season in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, so you can expect drier conditions overall.
What is the wettest city in May in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand?
Wairoa is the wettest city in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand in May according to our database, with average rainfall of around 89 mm (3.5 in).
What is the driest city in May in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand?
Fernhill is the driest city we have data for in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand in May, with monthly rainfall close to 61 mm (2.4 in).
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