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Weather in West Coast for May 2027

Your guide to West Coast weather in May - trends and predictions
Average dry days
19
Dry days
Average rainy days
3
Rainy days
Average snowy days
9
Snow days
Average temperatures
2°/-3°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
12 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
79 %
Avg humidity

West Coast Weather May

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April
June
Sun.Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.
1
Light snow
-1°
2
Cloudy
3°
3
Partly cloudy
3°
4
Partly cloudy
3°
5
Partly cloudy
4°
6
Moderate rain
3°
7
Heavy rain
3°
8
Heavy rain
4°
9
Moderate or heavy snow showers
2°
10
Light snow
1°
11
Partly cloudy
1°
12
Partly cloudy
2°
13
Light freezing rain
2°
14
Overcast
3°
15
Light snow
2°
16
Cloudy
2°
17
Moderate or heavy snow showers
3°
18
Light snow
2°
19
Light freezing rain
-2°
20
Light freezing rain
0°
21
Cloudy
2°
22
Light rain
2°
23
Partly cloudy
3°
24
Partly cloudy
2°
25
Moderate or heavy snow showers
1°
26
Light snow
3°
27
Light snow
1°
28
Heavy snow
4°
29
Light freezing rain
2°
30
Light snow
1°
31
Light snow
4°

What’s the Weather Like in West Coast This May?

Discover the average temperatures and weather trends across West Coast’s cities this May.
CloudyFranz Josef2 °C / -3 °CPatchy rain possibleHaast13 °C / 7 °CPatchy rain possibleGreymouth13 °C / 8 °CMore Locations

Temperatures trend during May in West Coast

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

May weather in West Coast day by day

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April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
1 May Light snow
Light snow
 -1° /-4° 6.7 mm 4.2 cm
2 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 3° /-3° 0 mm 0 cm
3 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 3° /-2° 0 mm 0 cm
4 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 3° /-3° 0 mm 0 cm
5 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 4° /-4° 0 mm 0 cm
6 May Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 3° /-3° 12.1 mm 0.3 cm
7 May Heavy rain
Heavy rain
 3° /1° 82.8 mm 0.3 cm
8 May Heavy rain
Heavy rain
 4° /1° 76.2 mm 2.1 cm
9 May Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 2° /-3° 38 mm 15.6 cm
10 May Light snow
Light snow
 1° /-5° 4 mm 2.5 cm
11 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 1° /-4° 0.1 mm 0 cm
12 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 2° /-2° 0 mm 0 cm
13 May Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
 2° /-3° 2.6 mm 0 cm
14 May Overcast
Overcast
 3° /-4° 0 mm 0 cm
15 May Light snow
Light snow
 2° /-3° 2.3 mm 1.2 cm
16 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 2° /-2° 0.2 mm 0 cm
17 May Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 3° /-2° 24.8 mm 7.6 cm
18 May Light snow
Light snow
 2° /-6° 15.2 mm 0.7 cm
19 May Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
 -2° /-7° 0.5 mm 0.2 cm
20 May Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
 0° /-6° 0.4 mm 0 cm
21 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 2° /-4° 0 mm 0 cm
22 May Light rain
Light rain
 2° /-3° 5.8 mm 0 cm
23 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 3° /-2° 0 mm 0 cm
24 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 2° /-2° 0 mm 0 cm
25 May Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 1° /-3° 13.8 mm 10 cm
26 May Light snow
Light snow
 3° /-2° 16 mm 1.5 cm
27 May Light snow
Light snow
 1° /-2° 1.3 mm 0.3 cm
28 May Heavy snow
Heavy snow
 4° /-2° 17.9 mm 12.9 cm
29 May Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
 2° /-2° 4.9 mm 3.5 cm
30 May Light snow
Light snow
 1° /-3° 4.2 mm 3 cm
31 May Light snow
Light snow
 4° /-1° 61.3 mm 3 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for West Coast 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 West Coast forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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West Coast in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in West Coast during May?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 2° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.

How much rainfall should be expected in West Coast during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 390.7 mm is expected in West Coast during May, occurring over more than 3 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.

Will it snow in West Coast in May 2027?
West Coast experiences an average snowfall of 68.7 cm during May, occurring over 9 days.

What are the typical wind conditions in West Coast during May?
The average wind speed in West Coast during May is 12 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

West Coast snow forecast May 2027

Track daily snowfall levels and discover West Coast’s snowy potential this May ❄️
On average, West Coast sees 9 snowy days during May, with approximately 68.7 cm of total snowfall.

May rainfall patterns in West Coast

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for West Coasts May weather 💧
Typically, West Coast has 3 rainy days in May with a total of 390.7 mm of rainfall.
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