Thames weather in May (Waikato, New Zealand)
Interested in knowing the climate of Thames in May? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.
Temperatures
In May, Thames typically experiences moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 18°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 11°C.
Precipitation
Thames in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 104 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 15 days of rain this month.Average sunshine
The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 140 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January, February, March, April and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, July, August and September tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Thames climate page with graphs.
Thames, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
11°C
Max Temperature
18°C
Chance of Rain
49%
Precipitation
104 mm
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
85% *
Sunshine
140 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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Thames, 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.
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