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Weather in Christchurch for May 2027

Your guide to Christchurch weather in May - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Christchurch at the beginning of May is 16.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly cool down, reaching an average of 12.9 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Christchurch experiences moderate rainfall in May, with an average of 7 rainy days and a total precipitation of 63.6 mm.

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  • Is May a good time to visit Christchurch? check out the best time to travel to Christchurch page.

Average dry days
24
Dry days
Average rainy days
7
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
14°/6°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
17 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
76 %
Avg humidity

Christchurch Weather May

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April
June
Sun.Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.
1
Moderate rain
14°
2
Overcast
17°
3
Sunny
16°
4
Partly cloudy
16°
5
Sunny
16°
6
Overcast
17°
7
Patchy rain possible
16°
8
Light rain
19°
9
Light rain
16°
10
Light rain
14°
11
Light rain
13°
12
Patchy rain possible
13°
13
Patchy rain possible
13°
14
Patchy rain possible
13°
15
Patchy rain possible
13°
16
Patchy rain possible
14°
17
Overcast
15°
18
Patchy rain possible
14°
19
Light rain
12°
20
Patchy rain possible
12°
21
Patchy rain possible
13°
22
Overcast
13°
23
Sunny
13°
24
Patchy rain possible
12°
25
Cloudy
13°
26
Overcast
13°
27
Partly cloudy
13°
28
Sunny
13°
29
Light rain
12°
30
Light rain
13°
31
Light rain
15°

Temperatures trend during May in Christchurch

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

May weather in Christchurch day by day

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April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 May Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 14° /8° 11.2 mm 2.6
2 May Overcast
Overcast
 17° /7° 0.7 mm 2.6
3 May Sunny
Sunny
 16° /8° 0 mm 2.5
4 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 16° /8° 0 mm 2.4
5 May Sunny
Sunny
 16° /8° 0.3 mm 2.4
6 May Overcast
Overcast
 17° /8° 0.7 mm 2.3
7 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /8° 1.7 mm 2.3
8 May Light rain
Light rain
 19° /10° 3 mm 2.3
9 May Light rain
Light rain
 16° /10° 3.1 mm 2.2
10 May Light rain
Light rain
 14° /6° 2.5 mm 2.2
11 May Light rain
Light rain
 13° /5° 3.3 mm 2.1
12 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 13° /5° 2 mm 2.1
13 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 13° /6° 0.1 mm 2
14 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 13° /6° 2.4 mm 2
15 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 13° /7° 2.4 mm 2
16 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 14° /6° 0.1 mm 1.9
17 May Overcast
Overcast
 15° /6° 0.1 mm 1.9
18 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 14° /6° 1.6 mm 1.8
19 May Light rain
Light rain
 12° /6° 2.7 mm 1.8
20 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 12° /6° 1 mm 1.8
21 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 13° /6° 2.2 mm 1.7
22 May Overcast
Overcast
 13° /6° 0.5 mm 1.7
23 May Sunny
Sunny
 13° /5° 0.2 mm 1.7
24 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 12° /5° 0.6 mm 1.7
25 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 13° /4° 0.1 mm 1.6
26 May Overcast
Overcast
 13° /6° 0.7 mm 1.6
27 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 13° /6° 0 mm 1.6
28 May Sunny
Sunny
 13° /6° 0.2 mm 1.6
29 May Light rain
Light rain
 12° /6° 4.2 mm 1.5
30 May Light rain
Light rain
 13° /7° 9.6 mm 1.5
31 May Light rain
Light rain
 15° /7° 6.6 mm 1.5
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Christchurch 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 Christchurch forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Christchurch in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Christchurch during May?
During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 14° and lows near 6°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.

How much rainfall should be expected in Christchurch during May?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Christchurch during May, with a total of 63.6 mm spread over approximately 7 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.

What are the typical wind conditions in Christchurch during May?
The average wind speed in Christchurch during May is 17 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

May rainfall patterns in Christchurch

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Christchurchs May weather 💧
Typically, Christchurch has 7 rainy days in May with a total of 63.6 mm of rainfall.
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