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Weather in Manawatu-Wanganui for May 2027

Your guide to Manawatu-Wanganui weather in May - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Manawatu-Wanganui at the beginning of May is 16.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 15 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • The climate of Manawatu-Wanganui in May is notably wet, with an average of 11 rainy days, and a total of 95.8 mm of precipitation.

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

Average dry days
20
Dry days
Average rainy days
11
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
15°/9°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
19 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
79 %
Avg humidity

Manawatu-Wanganui Weather May

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

Temperatures trend during May in Manawatu-Wanganui

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

May weather in Manawatu-Wanganui day by day

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April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 May Light rain
Light rain
 17° /9° 9.3 mm 3.3
2 May Light rain
Light rain
 15° /10° 3 mm 3.2
3 May Light rain
Light rain
 16° /9° 3.1 mm 3.2
4 May Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 15° /9° 11 mm 3.1
5 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /8° 1.4 mm 3.1
6 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 17° /10° 1.3 mm 3
7 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 17° /10° 0 mm 2.9
8 May Light rain
Light rain
 18° /10° 3.6 mm 2.9
9 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 16° /11° 6.6 mm 2.8
10 May Light rain
Light rain
 14° /8° 5.7 mm 2.8
11 May Light rain
Light rain
 12° /6° 4.2 mm 2.7
12 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 14° /5° 0 mm 2.7
13 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 14° /7° 0.4 mm 2.6
14 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /8° 1.1 mm 2.6
15 May Light rain
Light rain
 14° /8° 4.3 mm 2.6
16 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /9° 1.4 mm 2.5
17 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /8° 0.2 mm 2.5
18 May Light rain
Light rain
 15° /8° 3.8 mm 2.4
19 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /8° 1.4 mm 2.4
20 May Light rain
Light rain
 15° /7° 6.5 mm 2.4
21 May Light rain
Light rain
 14° /8° 9.8 mm 2.3
22 May Light rain
Light rain
 14° /9° 3 mm 2.3
23 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 14° /8° 1.1 mm 2.3
24 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 14° /7° 0.1 mm 2.2
25 May Sunny
Sunny
 15° /7° 0.2 mm 2.2
26 May Light rain
Light rain
 15° /11° 2.8 mm 2.2
27 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /9° 1.2 mm 2.1
28 May Light rain
Light rain
 15° /10° 3.5 mm 2.1
29 May Light rain
Light rain
 15° /10° 3.5 mm 2.1
30 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /10° 1.5 mm 2.1
31 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /11° 0.6 mm 2
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Manawatu-Wanganui 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 Manawatu-Wanganui forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Manawatu-Wanganui in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Manawatu-Wanganui during May?
During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 15° and lows near 9°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.

How much rainfall should be expected in Manawatu-Wanganui during May?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Manawatu-Wanganui during May, with a total of 95.8 mm spread over approximately 11 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.

What are the typical wind conditions in Manawatu-Wanganui during May?
The average wind speed in Manawatu-Wanganui during May is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

May rainfall patterns in Manawatu-Wanganui

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Manawatu-Wanganuis May weather 💧
Typically, Manawatu-Wanganui has 11 rainy days in May with a total of 95.8 mm of rainfall.
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