May Weather in Greymouth

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Greymouth, New Zealand, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 11°C (52°F). Highs can soar to 18°C (64°F), while lows may dip to 2°C (36°F). Typically, the humidity level in Greymouth throughout May hovers around 87%.

2°C (36°F)

Minimum temperature

11°C (52°F)

Average temperature

18°C (64°F)

Maximum temperature

87%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Greymouth averages 238 mm (9.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 16 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 9 hours 42 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 5 hours 49 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 38% probability of sunny days during this period.

238 mm (9.4 inches)

Precipitation

16 rainy days

Rainy days

5 hours 49 minutes

Sunshine hours

38%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Greymouth reaches a maximum of 4, 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 3 2 1 1 0 0
Exposure Low Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 45 min

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