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Weather in New Plymouth District for May 2026

Your guide to New Plymouth District weather in May - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in New Plymouth District at the beginning of May is 16.6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 15.1 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • New Plymouth District experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 265.4 mm.

Average dry days
7
Dry days
Average rainy days
24
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
15°/10°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
25 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
79 %
Avg humidity

New Plymouth District Weather May

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

Temperatures trend during May in New Plymouth District

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May weather in New Plymouth District day by day

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April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 May Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 18° /13° 8.6 mm 5
2 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /11° 2.3 mm 4
3 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 16° /12° 9 mm 5
4 May Sunny
Sunny
 16° /11° 47.2 mm 5
5 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 16° /10° 8.5 mm 5
6 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 17° /11° 5 mm 5
7 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 17° /11° 0.6 mm 5
8 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 17° /10° 1 mm 5
9 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 16° /11° 36 mm 5
10 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 15° /8° 13.1 mm 5
11 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 14° /7° 6.7 mm 5
12 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 14° /7° 0.4 mm 4
13 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /9° 0.3 mm 4
14 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /10° 1 mm 4
15 May Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 16° /10° 11.1 mm 5
16 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /10° 3.9 mm 5
17 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /10° 0.4 mm 5
18 May Overcast
Overcast
 15° /10° 12.3 mm 4
19 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 15° /9° 15 mm 4
20 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 15° /9° 17.8 mm 5
21 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /10° 5.8 mm 4
22 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /9° 7.8 mm 4
23 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 16° /9° 0.6 mm 5
24 May Sunny
Sunny
 15° /9° 0.4 mm 5
25 May Sunny
Sunny
 15° /9° 0.8 mm 5
26 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /11° 11.8 mm 4
27 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /11° 1.5 mm 4
28 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 16° /11° 11.7 mm 5
29 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 15° /12° 18.7 mm 4
30 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /11° 4.7 mm 4
31 May Overcast
Overcast
 15° /11° 1.4 mm 5
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for New Plymouth District 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 New Plymouth District forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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New Plymouth District in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in New Plymouth District during May?
During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 15° and lows near 10°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in New Plymouth District during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 265.4 mm is expected in New Plymouth District during May, occurring over more than 24 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in New Plymouth District during May?
The average wind speed in New Plymouth District during May is 25 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

May rainfall patterns in New Plymouth District

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