easeweather.com
Wellington
AucklandBlenheimChristchurchCoromandelDunedinFranz JosefGisborneGreymouthHaastHamiltonHavelock NorthInvercargillLake TekapoMilford SoundMount Cook VillageNapierNelsonNew PlymouthPaihiaPictonQueenstownRotoruaTaupoTaurangaTe AnauTimaruWanaka
Wellington
WhanganuiWhangarei More Locations
New Zealand weather

Weather in Wellington for May 2026

Your guide to Wellington weather in May - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Wellington at the beginning of May is 15 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 14.1 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Wellington experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 129.3 mm.

Average dry days
9
Dry days
Average rainy days
22
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
14°/11°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
33 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
79 %
Avg humidity

Wellington Weather May

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

Temperatures trend during May in Wellington

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

May weather in Wellington day by day

Click on a date for more information
April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /11° 13.5 mm 4
2 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 15° /11° 11.1 mm 5
3 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /12° 1.1 mm 4
4 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 14° /10° 18.3 mm 4
5 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 15° /10° 2.5 mm 4
6 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 15° /11° 3 mm 4
7 May Sunny
Sunny
 15° /11° 0 mm 5
8 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 15° /12° 0.4 mm 5
9 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 15° /11° 17.5 mm 4
10 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 14° /9° 6.9 mm 4
11 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 12° /8° 1.4 mm 4
12 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 13° /8° 1 mm 4
13 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 14° /10° 0.2 mm 5
14 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 14° /9° 0.2 mm 4
15 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 13° /11° 3.7 mm 4
16 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /10° 1.5 mm 4
17 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /11° 0.1 mm 5
18 May Overcast
Overcast
 15° /11° 7.5 mm 4
19 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 13° /9° 8.1 mm 4
20 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 13° /9° 4.4 mm 4
21 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 14° /11° 10.8 mm 4
22 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 13° /11° 2.2 mm 4
23 May Sunny
Sunny
 14° /10° 0.3 mm 5
24 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 13° /9° 0.4 mm 4
25 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 14° /9° 0.6 mm 4
26 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 14° /11° 3.2 mm 4
27 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 14° /11° 1.1 mm 4
28 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 14° /10° 3 mm 5
29 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 14° /10° 4.2 mm 4
30 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 14° /11° 1 mm 5
31 May Sunny
Sunny
 15° /11° 0 mm 4
Next
Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Wellington 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 Wellington forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Change Month
‹
›

Wellington in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Wellington during May?
During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 14° and lows near 11°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Wellington during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 129.3 mm is expected in Wellington during May, occurring over more than 22 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Wellington during May?
The average wind speed in Wellington during May is 33 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

May rainfall patterns in Wellington

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Wellingtons May weather 💧
Provinces in Wellington
Select a province for an accurate weather forecast
Wellington City

Quick links

More Wellington weather pages
You are here
Location coordinates Where is Wellington?

Get accurate weather forecasts for Wellington, located at latitude -41.287 and longitude 174.776. Stay updated with localized weather information tailored for Wellington.

Related locations
Select a location for accurate weather forecast
BeijingSydney
More Locations
Found a mistake?
We appreciate your attention to details. Tell us here.