Tarakea in May
5.8out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 20°C. Very wet: about 24 rainy days.
20°CAvg high
13°CAvg low
24Rainy days (324 mm)
11:52 hDaylight
06:30Sunrise · 18:22 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 20°C
- Very wet: about 24 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (2.8 days). 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 | 21°C | 13°C | 339 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.0 |
| February | 22°C | 13°C | 333 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.1 |
| March | 22°C | 14°C | 475 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
| April | 21°C | 14°C | 593 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.0 |
| May | 20°C | 13°C | 324 mm | 24 | – | – | 5.8 |
| June | 19°C | 11°C | 118 mm | 21 | – | – | 5.7 |
| July | 19°C | 9°C | 65 mm | 20 | – | – | 5.9 |
| August | 19°C | 10°C | 90 mm | 22 | – | – | 5.7 |
| September | 20°C | 10°C | 111 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 21°C | 12°C | 218 mm | 22 | – | – | 5.9 |
| November | 21°C | 13°C | 369 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.9 |
| December | 21°C | 13°C | 375 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Tarakea in May?
Daytime highs average 20°C and nights about 13°C.
When is the best time to visit Tarakea?
The best months are February, March, September, January.