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Weather in Manawatu-Wanganui for May 2027

Your guide to Manawatu-Wanganui weather in May - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Manawatu-Wanganui at the beginning of May is 16.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 15.3 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Manawatu-Wanganui experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 99.8 mm.

Average dry days
7
Dry days
Average rainy days
24
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
15°/9°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
19 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
78 %
Avg humidity

Manawatu-Wanganui Weather May

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

Temperatures trend during May in Manawatu-Wanganui

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May weather in Manawatu-Wanganui day by day

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April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 18° /8° 9.3 mm 4
2 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /10° 3 mm 4
3 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 17° /9° 3.1 mm 4
4 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 16° /9° 11 mm 4
5 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 17° /8° 1.4 mm 4
6 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 18° /9° 1.3 mm 4
7 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 17° /9° 0 mm 4
8 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 18° /10° 3.6 mm 4
9 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 16° /11° 6.6 mm 4
10 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 14° /7° 5.7 mm 3
11 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 12° /6° 4.2 mm 3
12 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /5° 0 mm 4
13 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 15° /7° 0.4 mm 4
14 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 15° /7° 1.1 mm 4
15 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 15° /8° 4.3 mm 4
16 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /9° 1.4 mm 4
17 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /7° 0.2 mm 4
18 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 15° /7° 3.8 mm 4
19 May Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 15° /8° 1.4 mm 4
20 May Sunny
Sunny
 15° /6° 6.5 mm 4
21 May Sunny
Sunny
 14° /7° 9.8 mm 3
22 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 14° /8° 3 mm 3
23 May Sunny
Sunny
 14° /8° 1.1 mm 4
24 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /7° 0.1 mm 4
25 May Sunny
Sunny
 15° /6° 0.2 mm 4
26 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /10° 2.8 mm 4
27 May Overcast
Overcast
 15° /9° 1.2 mm 4
28 May Sunny
Sunny
 16° /9° 3.5 mm 4
29 May Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 15° /10° 3.5 mm 4
30 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /9° 1.5 mm 4
31 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /10° 0.6 mm 3
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Manawatu-Wanganui 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 Manawatu-Wanganui forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Manawatu-Wanganui in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Manawatu-Wanganui during May?

During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 15° and lows near 9°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.

How much rainfall should be expected in Manawatu-Wanganui during May?

Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Manawatu-Wanganui during May, with a total of 99.8 mm spread over approximately 24 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.

What are the typical wind conditions in Manawatu-Wanganui during May?

The average wind speed in Manawatu-Wanganui during May is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

May rainfall patterns in Manawatu-Wanganui

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Typically, Manawatu-Wanganui has 24 rainy days in May with a total of 99.8 mm of rainfall.
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