Timaru weather in May (Canterbury, New Zealand)

Thinking of visiting Timaru in May? Check the weather first! Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In May, Timaru tends to experience moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 14°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 6°C.

Precipitation

Timaru in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 57 mm for the month. With the driest weather of the year, this month is ideal for outdoor fun. Plan your events and outings without worrying about rain. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 9 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 131 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January and February typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, July and August tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Timaru climate page with graphs.

 

Timaru, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 6°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 29%  

Precipitation 57 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 86%  

Sunshine 131 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in New Zealand in May

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Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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