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Weather in Manawatu-Wanganui for May 2026

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 16.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 15.1 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Manawatu-Wanganui in May brings notable rainfall, with an average of 17 rainy days and a total precipitation of 365.9 mm.

Average dry days
14
Dry days
Average rainy days
17
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
17°/7°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
20 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
79 %
Avg humidity

Manawatu-Wanganui Weather May

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

Temperatures trend during May in Manawatu-Wanganui

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May weather in Manawatu-Wanganui day by day

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April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 18° /10° 12.4 mm 5
2 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /11° 4 mm 4
3 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 17° /10° 4.2 mm 5
4 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 15° /9° 14.7 mm 5
5 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 17° /8° 1.9 mm 5
6 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 17° /10° 1.7 mm 5
7 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 16° /9° 0 mm 5
8 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 17° /8° 0.1 mm 5
9 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 16° /10° 8.6 mm 4
10 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 14° /6° 7.4 mm 4
11 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 12° /6° 5.5 mm 4
12 May Overcast
Overcast
 14° /5° 0 mm 4
13 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /7° 0.5 mm 4
14 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 15° /8° 1.5 mm 4
15 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 15° /9° 5.8 mm 4
16 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /10° 1.8 mm 4
17 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /8° 0.2 mm 5
18 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 16° /9° 5.1 mm 5
19 May Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 15° /9° 1.9 mm 4
20 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 15° /7° 8.7 mm 5
21 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 13° /8° 13 mm 4
22 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 14° /9° 4 mm 4
23 May Sunny
Sunny
 14° /8° 1.4 mm 5
24 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 14° /7° 0.1 mm 4
25 May Sunny
Sunny
 15° /7° 0.2 mm 5
26 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /11° 3.4 mm 4
27 May Overcast
Overcast
 15° /10° 1.6 mm 4
28 May Sunny
Sunny
 16° /9° 4.5 mm 5
29 May Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 15° /11° 4.7 mm 4
30 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /10° 2 mm 4
31 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /11° 0.8 mm 4
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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?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 17° and cooler nights around 7°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Manawatu-Wanganui during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 365.9 mm is expected in Manawatu-Wanganui during May, occurring over more than 17 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Manawatu-Wanganui during May?
The average wind speed in Manawatu-Wanganui during May is 20 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

May rainfall patterns in Manawatu-Wanganui

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