Ngatangiia District Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Ngatangiia District, the Cook Islands in May.

Thinking about venturing to Ngatangiia District, the Cook Islands this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Ngatangiia District in May

Ngatangiia District, the Cook Islands is a region in the Cook Islands. May in Ngatangiia District generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Ngatangiia.

For a closer look at conditions across Ngatangiia District, the Cook Islands, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

May is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 137 mm (5.4 in) in Ngatangiia.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Ngatangiia gets around 162 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Ngatangiia District by month

Best Places to Visit in Ngatangiia District in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Ngatangiia District.

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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 Ngatangiia District

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Ngatangiia District, the Cook Islands?

Temperature range in Ngatangiia District (May)

Precipitation variation in Ngatangiia District (May)

Ngatangiia

In May Ngatangiia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
174 hours
162 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
166 mm (6.5 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Muri

In May Muri generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
174 hours
162 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
166 mm (6.5 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Ngatangiia District, in the Cook Islands.

In our records: the Cook Islands May extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest May day in the Cook Islands brought 300 mm (12 in) in Rarotonga on May 25, 2007.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Ngatangiia District in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ngatangiia 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Muri 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)

Ngatangiia District weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ngatangiia District, the Cook Islands in May?

May in Ngatangiia District, the Cook Islands brings pleasant weather. In Ngatangiia, daytime temperatures are typically around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime lows hover near 24°C (75°F).

What is the average temperature in Ngatangiia District, the Cook Islands in May?

In Ngatangiia, the average daytime high in May is 27°C (81°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 24°C (75°F).

Does Ngatangiia District, the Cook Islands get a lot of rain in May?

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in Ngatangiia District, the Cook Islands. Average rainfall in Ngatangiia sits around 137 mm (5.4 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Ngatangiia District, the Cook Islands?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Ngatangiia, May might be a good time to visit Ngatangiia District, the Cook Islands. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, June, August, September and October provide perfect weather in Ngatangiia. On the other hand, the months of January and February tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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