New ZealandAverage weather for Lake Tekapo in May
It's cool in May in Lake Tekapo with an average temperature of 14°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 10°C to a high of 18°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 0°C and 6°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Lake Tekapo with cool temps, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights around 5°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 14°C, with nights around 4°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 Lake Tekapo is around 12°C, while nighttime temps are about 1°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In May, there is an average of 99 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. Of the total precipitation, about 1,8 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Lake Tekapo in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
14°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
18°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
10°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
99 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
12 days | 14 days | |
 Total snowfall |
1,8 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy days |
1 day | 0 days | |
April
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.
Temperature records
With 25°C in 2016, Lake Tekapo reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 4°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -7°C to a highest value of 12°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Lake Tekapo
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Lake Tekapo, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Lake Tekapo
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Lake Tekapo, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 12 days of precipitation in Lake Tekapo.
Daily Snowfall in May in Lake Tekapo
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in May in Lake Tekapo, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in May.
Daily UV index in May in Lake Tekapo
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Lake Tekapo, 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.
Temperature in May in Lake Tekapo over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Lake Tekapo, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Lake Tekapo over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Lake Tekapo, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in May in Lake Tekapo per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in May in Lake Tekapo, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in May for Lake Tekapo
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Average weather in Lake Tekapo by month
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