Palmerston in May
7.6out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Hot: daytime highs around 33°C. Very dry: about 3 rainy days.
33°CAvg high
21°CAvg low
3Rainy days (15 mm)
11:25 hDaylight
07:00Sunrise · 18:25 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 33°C
- Very dry: about 3 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.1 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 | 32°C | 25°C | 438 mm | 28 | – | – | 5.3 |
| February | 32°C | 25°C | 398 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.3 |
| March | 33°C | 24°C | 302 mm | 23 | – | – | 5.1 |
| April | 33°C | 23°C | 99 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.5 |
| May | 33°C | 21°C | 15 mm | 3 | – | – | 7.6 |
| June | 32°C | 19°C | 2 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.3 |
| July | 32°C | 18°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.2 |
| August | 33°C | 19°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.9 |
| September | 35°C | 22°C | 12 mm | 3 | – | – | 7.1 |
| October | 36°C | 24°C | 59 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.0 |
| November | 35°C | 25°C | 175 mm | 19 | – | – | 4.5 |
| December | 33°C | 25°C | 335 mm | 25 | – | – | 4.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Palmerston in May?
Daytime highs average 33°C and nights about 21°C.
When is the best time to visit Palmerston?
The best months are June, July, August.