Rotorua
May
Weather in Rotorua for May 2025
Your guide to Rotorua weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Rotorua at the beginning of May is 15.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 13.9 °C by the end of May.
Rotorua experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 287.9 mm.
Temperatures
Rain 🌧️
10
Dry days
21
Rainy days
0
Snow days
14°/6°
Temperatures
12 km/h
Avg max wind
85 %
Avg humidity
Rotorua in May average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  16° | 2 15° | 3 16° | 4 16° | |||
| 5 17° | 6 16° | 7  15° | 8 16° | 9 13° | 10 14° | 11 11° |
| 12  14° | 13 14° | 14  15° | 15  13° | 16 15° | 17 16° | 18 15° |
| 19 15° | 20 15° | 21 15° | 22 14° | 23 13° | 24  15° | 25 14° |
| 26 14° | 27 13° | 28 14° | 29 12° | 30 14° | 31 16° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Rotorua
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May weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 16° /9° | 27.5 mm | 5 | |
| 2 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 15° /10° | 14.5 mm | 4 | |
| 3 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 16° /8° | 16.7 mm | 5 | |
| 4 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 16° /8° | 10.1 mm | 5 | |
| 5 May | Moderate rain at times | 17° /8° | 4.4 mm | 5 | |
| 6 May | Moderate rain at times | 16° /9° | 9.1 mm | 5 | |
| 7 May | Heavy rain at times | 15° /7° | 4.4 mm | 4 | |
| 8 May | Moderate rain at times | 16° /7° | 2.8 mm | 5 | |
| 9 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 13° /8° | 31.8 mm | 4 | |
| 10 May | Moderate rain at times | 14° /4° | 8.6 mm | 5 | |
| 11 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 11° /3° | 4.2 mm | 4 | |
| 12 May | Sunny | 14° /2° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 13 May | Sunny | 14° /3° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
| 14 May | Overcast | 15° /4° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 15 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /5° | 13.4 mm | 4 | |
| 16 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /6° | 0.9 mm | 4 | |
| 17 May | Sunny | 16° /3° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 18 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /4° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 19 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 15° /6° | 26.9 mm | 4 | |
| 20 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 15° /7° | 9 mm | 4 | |
| 21 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /8° | 50.6 mm | 4 | |
| 22 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 14° /7° | 5 mm | 4 | |
| 23 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 13° /7° | 16.3 mm | 4 | |
| 24 May | Cloudy | 15° /5° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 25 May | Sunny | 14° /5° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 26 May | Overcast | 14° /6° | 0.2 mm | 4 | |
| 27 May | Overcast | 13° /6° | 0.3 mm | 4 | |
| 28 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /6° | 4.8 mm | 4 | |
| 29 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 12° /8° | 24.4 mm | 3 | |
| 30 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /5° | 1.5 mm | 5 | |
| 31 May | Overcast | 16° /5° | 0 mm | 5 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Rotorua 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 Rotorua forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Rotorua in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Rotorua during May?
During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 14° and lows near 6°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Rotorua during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 287.9 mm is expected in Rotorua during May, occurring over more than 21 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Rotorua during May?
The average wind speed in Rotorua during May is 12 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in Rotorua
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