May Weather in Oamaru

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Oamaru, New Zealand, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 10°C (50°F). Highs can soar to 16°C (62°F), while lows may dip to 4°C (39°F). Typically, the humidity level in Oamaru throughout May hovers around 84%.

4°C (39°F)

Minimum temperature

10°C (50°F)

Average temperature

16°C (62°F)

Maximum temperature

84%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Oamaru averages 40 mm (1.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 8 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 9 hours 27 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 6 hours 29 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 49% probability of sunny days during this period.

40 mm (1.6 inches)

Precipitation

8 rainy days

Rainy days

6 hours 29 minutes

Sunshine hours

49%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Oamaru reaches a maximum of 3, indicating a level of Moderate exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 30 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 0 1 1 2 3 3 3 2 2 1 1 0 0
Exposure Low Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 45 min

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