Canterbury
May
Weather in Canterbury for May 2027
Your guide to Canterbury weather in May - trends and predictions
The climate of Canterbury in May is notably wet, with an average of 11 rainy days, and a total of 41.3 mm of precipitation.
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Dry days
11
Rainy days
0
Snow days
17°/8°
Temperatures
21 km/h
Avg max wind
76 %
Avg humidity
Canterbury Weather May
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Temperatures trend during May in Canterbury
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May weather in Canterbury day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May | Overcast | 22° /8° | 0.6 mm | 6 | |
| 2 May | Cloudy | 20° /9° | 0.5 mm | 5 | |
| 3 May | Light rain | 18° /9° | 3.8 mm | 4 | |
| 4 May | Patchy rain possible | 12° /7° | 1.1 mm | 3 | |
| 5 May | Patchy rain possible | 12° /7° | 1.2 mm | 5 | |
| 6 May | Patchy rain possible | 11° /7° | 0.9 mm | 3 | |
| 7 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /8° | 0.5 mm | 4 | |
| 8 May | Cloudy | 15° /7° | 0.2 mm | 5 | |
| 9 May | Sunny | 16° /8° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 10 May | Sunny | 15° /8° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
| 11 May | Cloudy | 15° /6° | 0.9 mm | 5 | |
| 12 May | Patchy rain possible | 18° /7° | 1.8 mm | 6 | |
| 13 May | Light rain | 15° /7° | 5.5 mm | 5 | |
| 14 May | Light rain | 14° /6° | 2.6 mm | 4 | |
| 15 May | Patchy rain possible | 12° /6° | 0.7 mm | 3 | |
| 16 May | Sunny | 14° /5° | 0.6 mm | 4 | |
| 17 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /8° | 1.5 mm | 3 | |
| 18 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /6° | 2.3 mm | 4 | |
| 19 May | Light rain | 16° /9° | 3.2 mm | 3 | |
| 20 May | Partly cloudy | 18° /10° | 0.5 mm | 5 | |
| 21 May | Light rain | 16° /7° | 3.7 mm | 4 | |
| 22 May | Patchy rain possible | 18° /9° | 0.4 mm | 5 | |
| 23 May | Patchy rain possible | 21° /10° | 0.2 mm | 5 | |
| 24 May | Light rain | 22° /11° | 2.7 mm | 6 | |
| 25 May | Light drizzle | 23° /12° | 0.4 mm | 6 | |
| 26 May | Light rain shower | 23° /12° | 0.3 mm | 6 | |
| 27 May | Light rain | 19° /13° | 3 mm | 6 | |
| 28 May | Light rain shower | 22° /12° | 1.6 mm | 6 | |
| 29 May | Light drizzle | 23° /13° | 0.5 mm | 6 | |
| 30 May | Partly cloudy | 22° /12° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 31 May | Overcast | 22° /12° | 0 mm | 6 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Canterbury in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Canterbury forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Canterbury in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Canterbury during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 17° and cooler nights around 8°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Canterbury during May?
In May, Canterbury can expect light to moderate rainfall, totaling 41.3 mm across approximately 11 days. Occasional showers are possible, and planning ahead for them could be helpful.
What are the typical wind conditions in Canterbury during May?
The average wind speed in Canterbury during May is 21 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in Canterbury
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Typically, Canterbury has 11 rainy days in May with a total of 41.3 mm of rainfall.
UV exposure in Canterbury during May
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