Southland weather in May
Considering a trip to Southland this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Southland in May?
Southland is a region in New Zealand. May in Southland generally has temperatures that range from cold to moderate, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
During the day the temperature is cold in Garston at 9°C and moderate in Invercargill at 13°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 6°C in Invercargill and 1°C in Garston.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Gore with an average of 98 mm to heavy rainfall in Te Anau with 185 mm.
For specific regional insights in Southland for May, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Southland climate page.
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What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Southland?
Te Anau
In May Te Anau generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Invercargill
In May Invercargill generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Half-moon Bay
In May Half-moon Bay generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Gore
In May Gore generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Garston
In May Garston generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Southland, in New Zealand.
Is May the best time to visit Southland?
In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Southland due to the typically poor weather in Te Anau.
On average, the best time to visit Southland is in February and March with generally unpleasant weather in Te Anau.
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