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New ZealandThe weather in May in Gisborne
It's cool to moderate in May in Gisborne with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 16°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 7°C and 11°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Gisborne. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Gisborne, 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 24°C in 2016, Gisborne reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 10°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 0°C to a highest value of 18°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 74 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in May for Gisborne
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Gisborne. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Gisborne | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 18°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 21°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 7°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 74 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Gisborne with mild temps, averaging around 20°C during the day and nights around 11°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 19°C, with nights around 10°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 Gisborne is around 17°C, while nighttime temps are about 9°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Gisborne, 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 Gisborne
Temperature in May in Gisborne over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Gisborne, 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 Gisborne
Total precipitation in May in Gisborne over the years
Daily UV index in May in Gisborne
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Gisborne, 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.
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Average weather in Gisborne by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Gisborne. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.