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Temperature in West Coast in May

West Coast is a region in New Zealand. May in has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from low in Franz Josef with 10°C to moderate temperatures in Greymouth with 15°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C in Greymouth and 4°C in Franz Josef.

What is the temperature of the different cities in West Coast in May?

Curious about the May temperatures in the prime spots of West Coast? Navigate the map below and tap on a destination dot for more detailed stats.

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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

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  • What is the warmest city in May in West Coast?
    • Based on our systematic data collection, Greymouth has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 15°C, while at night is goes down to an approximate temperature of 8°C."

  • What is the coldest city in May in West Coast?
    • In our database, Franz Josef is the chilliest city in May in West Coast. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 10°C, while the nighttime lows hover around 4°C.

  • How much sun does West Coast get in May?
    • Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 122 hours of sunlight expected in Greymouth. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

  • What is the water's temperature in May?
    • The water temperature averages approximately 14°C in Hokitika this month, so not the best month to swim.

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