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Te Anau Weather in May

May in Te Anau sees daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F) at night. With around 185 mm (7.3 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Te Anau in May

Typically, about 14 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 185 mm (7.3 in) for the month. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Te Anau in May

In May, Te Anau sees low temperatures, with highs of 10°C (50°F). Nights drop to around 3°C (37°F). Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. Nights fall to 3°C (37°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

May in Te Anau has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Te Anau Temperature in May

Min Temperature

3°C (37°F)

Max Temperature

10°C (50°F)

Chance of Rain

47%

Precipitation

185 mm (7.3 in)

Rainy days

14 days

Te Anau Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Te Anau - and find the best time to visit.

January

17°C (63°F)View January → February

17°C (63°F)View February → March

15°C (59°F)View March → April

13°C (55°F)View April → May

10°C (50°F)View May → June

7°C (45°F)View June → July

7°C (45°F)View July → August

8°C (46°F)View August → September

10°C (50°F)View September → This monthOctober

12°C (54°F)View October → November

13°C (55°F)View November → December

16°C (61°F)View December →

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Daily Historical Temperatures

31-year average (1995-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Te Anau typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 10°C (50°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 5°C (41°F) to 8°C (46°F).

Average temperatures in May

Daily Historical Precipitation

31-year average (1995-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in May

Historical weather records for Te Anau in May

Browse day-by-day weather records for Te Anau spanning 33 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Te Anau historical weather extremes in May

Based on 31 years of weather observations in Te Anau between 1995 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.

Te Anau recorded its highest May temperature of 21°C (70°F) on May 6, 2001.
The lowest daytime temperature in May was 2°C (36°F), recorded on May 25, 2015.
The lowest overnight temperature recorded in May was -4°C (25°F) (May 4, 2008).

Best Places 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. See all of New Zealand in May →

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation

Temperatures Precipitation

perfect weather

pleasant

tolerable

unpleasant

poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in May: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

What to Wear in Te Anau in May

The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.