New Plymouth in May
5.7out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 15°C. Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days.
15°CAvg high
13°CAvg low
14Rainy days (184 mm)
9:52 hDaylight
07:24Sunrise · 17:16 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 15°C
- Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.1 days)
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.1 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C | 16°C | 107 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.1 |
| February | 20°C | 17°C | 102 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.4 |
| March | 19°C | 16°C | 109 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.0 |
| April | 17°C | 14°C | 154 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.2 |
| May | 15°C | 13°C | 184 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.7 |
| June | 14°C | 11°C | 187 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.3 |
| July | 13°C | 10°C | 187 mm | 17 | – | – | 4.9 |
| August | 13°C | 10°C | 177 mm | 16 | – | – | 5.0 |
| September | 13°C | 11°C | 175 mm | 16 | – | – | 5.1 |
| October | 14°C | 12°C | 168 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.4 |
| November | 16°C | 13°C | 136 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 18°C | 15°C | 159 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is New Plymouth in May?
Daytime highs average 15°C and nights about 13°C.
When is the best time to visit New Plymouth?
The best months are February, January, March.