Whangamata weather in May (Waikato, New Zealand)

How's the weather trend in Whangamata as May approaches? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In May, Whangamata usually has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 18°C, while night temperatures can drop to 12°C.

Precipitation

Whangamata in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 107 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 13 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 168 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures January and March generally stand out with 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 Whangamata climate page with graphs.

 

Whangamata, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 44%  

Precipitation 107 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 168 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 53% *  

* Data from: Tauranga, New Zealand (56 KM, 34 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 Whangamata, 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 Whangamata.

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