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Weather in Whanganui for May 2027

Your guide to Whanganui weather in May - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Whanganui at the beginning of May is 16.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 15.3 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Whanganui experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 99.8 mm.

Average dry days
7
Dry days
Average rainy days
24
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
15°/9°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
19 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
78 %
Avg humidity

Whanganui 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
16°
5
Moderate or heavy rain shower
17°
6
Moderate rain at times
18°
7
Cloudy
17°
8
Partly cloudy
18°
9
Moderate or heavy rain shower
16°
10
Patchy rain possible
14°
11
Partly cloudy
12°
12
Patchy rain possible
15°
13
Partly cloudy
15°
14
Moderate or heavy rain shower
15°
15
Moderate or heavy rain shower
15°
16
Patchy rain possible
15°
17
Patchy rain possible
16°
18
Partly cloudy
15°
19
Heavy rain at times
15°
20
Sunny
15°
21
Sunny
14°
22
Moderate or heavy rain shower
14°
23
Sunny
14°
24
Patchy rain possible
15°
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
16°

Temperatures trend during May in Whanganui

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

May weather in Whanganui day by day

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

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Whanganui 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 Whanganui during May?

Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Whanganui during May, with a total of 99.8 mm spread over approximately 24 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.

What are the typical wind conditions in Whanganui during May?

The average wind speed in Whanganui during May is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

May rainfall patterns in Whanganui

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Whanganuis May weather 💧
Typically, Whanganui has 24 rainy days in May with a total of 99.8 mm of rainfall.

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