Waihi weather in May (Waikato, New Zealand)

What should you pack for a trip to Waihi in May? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

During May, Waihi usually has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 18°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 12°C.

Precipitation

Waihi in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 109 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 14 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 168 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February and March typically offer the best circumstances. While June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Waihi, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 109 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 168 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 53% *  

* Data from: Tauranga, New Zealand (41 KM, 25 Miles).

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.

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?

For visitors traveling to Waihi, 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.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Waihi.

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