The weather in May in Auckland

It's cool to moderate in May in Auckland with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 16°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 14°C.

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Average temperatures and precipitation

This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Auckland, New Zealand. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.

Temperature records

With 23°C in 2016, Auckland reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 11°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 2°C to a highest value of 19°C.

Water temperature

The water temperature at Auckland is 19°C this month. Refreshing if you feel like a swim.

Rainfall amount

In May, there is an average of 101 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.

Daily weather in May for Auckland

Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Auckland. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

May weather comparison

  Auckland New York
Average temperature 18°C 22°C
Max. temperature 20°C 28°C
Min. temperature 10°C -5°C
Total precipitation 101 mm 105 mm
Rainy days 13 days 14 days

Start of May

The month of May starts in Auckland with mild temps, averaging around 20°C during the day and nights around 13°C.

Mid May

By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 19°C, with nights around 13°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.

End of May

By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Auckland is around 17°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.

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UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.

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Temperature charts

These charts show the average temperatures in May in Auckland, New Zealand. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Daily Temperature in May in Auckland

Temperature in May in Auckland over the years

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Auckland, New Zealand. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.

Daily Precipitation in May in Auckland

Total precipitation in May in Auckland over the years

Daily UV index in May in Auckland

This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Auckland, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.

Weather experiences in May in Auckland

The weather in May in Auckland is rated 3 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Auckland? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.

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It is not very cold, the temperature is around 15 degrees, but there were many rainy days that made it difficult to move outside. Simply put, it is ideal for lovers of a cool, slightly humid climate.— This text is automatically translated to English

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Average weather in Auckland by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Auckland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.