Waikato weather in May
Planning a journey to Waikato this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Waikato in May?
Waikato is a region in New Zealand. May in Waikato generally has temperatures that range from moderate to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
During the day the temperature is moderate in Whakapapa Village at 12°C and pleasant in Pukekohe East at 19°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 11°C in Pukekohe East and 4°C in Whakapapa Village.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Miranda with an average of 99 mm to high rainfall in Whakapapa Village with 158 mm. Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 130 hours of sunlight anticipated in Taupo. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.
For specific regional insights in Waikato for May, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Waikato climate page.
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Average weather in Taupo
In May Taupo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Hamilton
In May Hamilton generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Whitianga
In May Whitianga generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Cambridge
In May Cambridge generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Coromandel Town
In May Coromandel Town generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Waikato?
In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Waikato with often unpleasant weather in Taupo.
On average, the best time to visit Waikato is in January, February and March with generally perfect weather in Taupo. On the other hand, the months of June, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.
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