Wairau Valley weather in May (Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand)

Is Wairau Valley a good destination in May, weather-wise? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In May, Wairau Valley usually has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 13°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 3°C.

Precipitation

Wairau Valley in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 104 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 8 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 176 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Wairau Valley. February generally stands out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Wairau Valley, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 26%  

Precipitation 104 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 88% *  

Sunshine 176 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Nelson, New Zealand (38 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in May

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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

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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