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New ZealandThe weather in May in Motueka
It's cool to moderate in May in Motueka with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 14°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 11°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? May isn’t a good month to be in Motueka. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Motueka, 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 22°C in 2023, Motueka reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -5°C to a highest value of 17°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 99 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Motueka
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Motueka. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Motueka | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 16°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 19°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 5°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 99 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 13 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Motueka with mild temps, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights around 10°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 17°C, with nights around 8°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 Motueka is around 15°C, while nighttime temps are about 6°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 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 Motueka, 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 Motueka
Temperature in May in Motueka over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Motueka, 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 Motueka
Total precipitation in May in Motueka over the years
Daily UV index in May in Motueka
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Motueka, 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 Motueka by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Motueka. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.