Tai Tapu weather in May (Canterbury, New Zealand)
How is May weather typically in Tai Tapu? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.
Temperatures
The month of May in Tai Tapu typically includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 15°C, cooling down at night to around 6°C.
Precipitation
Tai Tapu in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 56 mm for the month. Typically around 11 days days of rainfall are expected.Average sunshine
Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 138 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February, March 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 Tai Tapu climate page with graphs.
Tai Tapu, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
6°C
Max Temperature
15°C
Water Temperature
12°C *
Chance of Rain
38%
Precipitation
56 mm
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
86% *
Windspeed
11 km/h *
Sunshine
138 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
47% *
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.
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 12°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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