Palmerston North in May
6.6out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 16°C. Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days.
16°CAvg high
9°CAvg low
11Rainy days (79 mm)
9:46 hDaylight
07:21Sunrise · 17:07 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 16°C
- Frequent rain: about 11 rainy 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 (±3.9 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 | 22°C | 14°C | 69 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| February | 22°C | 14°C | 64 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| March | 21°C | 13°C | 61 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.6 |
| April | 18°C | 10°C | 83 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.0 |
| May | 16°C | 9°C | 79 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.6 |
| June | 13°C | 7°C | 89 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.9 |
| July | 13°C | 6°C | 90 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.8 |
| August | 13°C | 7°C | 89 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.7 |
| September | 15°C | 8°C | 95 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.9 |
| October | 16°C | 9°C | 109 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.0 |
| November | 18°C | 11°C | 87 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.6 |
| December | 20°C | 13°C | 98 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.8 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Palmerston North in May?
Daytime highs average 16°C and nights about 9°C.
When is the best time to visit Palmerston North?
The best months are February, January, March.