Taupo weather in May (Waikato, New Zealand)
Thinking of visiting Taupo in May? Check the weather first! Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.
Temperatures
The typical weather for May in Taupo includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 15°C. But by evening, they drop to around 6°C.
Precipitation
Taupo in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 111 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 12 days will experience rain.Average sunshine
The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 130 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.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, June, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Taupo climate page with graphs.
Taupo, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
6°C
Max Temperature
15°C
Chance of Rain
39%
Precipitation
111 mm
Rainy days
12 days
Sunshine
130 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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?
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.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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