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Upper Hutt Weather in May

In Upper Hutt, May brings moderate daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), with nights cooling to 9°C (48°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Upper Hutt in May

Rain is expected on roughly 18 days, totalling around 96 mm (3.8 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Upper Hutt in May

Temperatures in Upper Hutt in May top out at 15°C (59°F) and drop to 9°C (48°F) overnight. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights drop to 9°C (48°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Upper Hutt in May

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 118 hours of sunlight expected. This means a decent mix of sun and overcast.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January and February typically offer the best circumstances for Upper Hutt.

Upper Hutt Temperature in May

Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Chance of Rain
60%
Precipitation
96 mm (3.8 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Humidity
84% *
Sunshine
118 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Wellington, New Zealand (32 KM, 20 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Upper Hutt in May

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Upper Hutt in May

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
    9/10

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