Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Wakefield, New Zealand, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 8°C (48°F). Highs can soar to 17°C (62°F), while lows may dip to -2°C (29°F). Typically, the humidity level in Wakefield throughout May hovers around 84%.
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In May, Wakefield averages 125 mm (4.9 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 9 hours 47 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 6 hours 23 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 43% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Wakefield reaches a maximum of 4, indicating a level of Moderate exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 30 minutes.
| 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 | |
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| UVI | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | Low | ||||||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||||||