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Wellington Weather in May
In Wellington, May brings moderate daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), with nights cooling to 8°C (46°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.
Rainfall in Wellington in May
Rain is expected on roughly 15 days, totalling around 68 mm (2.7 in) for the month. Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.
Temperature in Wellington in May
In May, Wellington gets moderate temperatures, with highs of 17°C (63°F). Nights cool to around 8°C (46°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights fall to 8°C (46°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.
Sunshine in Wellington in May
The month enjoys around 197 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances for Wellington.
Wellington Temperature in May
Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
68 mm (2.7 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Sunshine
197 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Exeter, the United Kingdom (36 KM, 22 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 Wellington in May
For Wellington in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
What To Do in Wellington in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming5/10 -
Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Barbeque6/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
Wellington 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in May
Where to go in May - average daytime high across popular destinations.
London
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