Russell weather in May (Northland, New Zealand)
What weather conditions can you expect in Russell this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.
Temperatures
The month of May in Russell typically brings pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 19°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 13°C.
Precipitation
Russell in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 92 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 14 days.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Russell climate page with graphs.
Russell, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
13°C
Max Temperature
19°C
Water Temperature
18°C *
Chance of Rain
46%
Precipitation
92 mm
Rainy days
14 days
Where to go in New Zealand in May
Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Russell, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 18°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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