Stratford weather in May (Taranaki, New Zealand)
Thinking of visiting Stratford in May? Check the weather first! Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.
Temperatures
In May, Stratford tends to experience moderate temperatures and high rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 16°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 8°C.
Precipitation
Stratford in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 121 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 17 days of rain.Average sunshine
The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 146 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January, February and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, July tends to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Stratford climate page with graphs.
Stratford, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
8°C
Max Temperature
16°C
Chance of Rain
58%
Precipitation
121 mm
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
85% *
Sunshine
146 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
49% *
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 Stratford, 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.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
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