Christchurch City
May
Weather in Christchurch City for May 2025
Your guide to Christchurch City weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Christchurch City at the beginning of May is 16.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably cool down, reaching an average of 13.9 °C by the end of May.
Christchurch City sees moderate rainfall in May, averaging 8 rainy days.
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23
Dry days
8
Rainy days
0
Snow days
15°/4°
Temperatures
18 km/h
Avg max wind
77 %
Avg humidity
Christchurch City in May average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
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| 1  15° | 2  18° | 3 18° | 4  16° | |||
| 5  16° | 6 16° | 7 14° | 8  17° | 9  14° | 10  14° | 11 11° |
| 12 13° | 13 13° | 14 14° | 15 13° | 16 14° | 17 15° | 18 14° |
| 19 9° | 20 11° | 21 10° | 22 12° | 23 13° | 24 10° | 25 13° |
| 26 13° | 27 14° | 28 14° | 29 14° | 30 14° | 31 15° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Christchurch City
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May weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May | Overcast | 15° /8° | 5.8 mm | 4 | |
| 2 May | Cloudy | 18° /9° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
| 3 May | Overcast | 18° /9° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
| 4 May | Partly cloudy | 16° /9° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 5 May | Patchy rain possible | 16° /8° | 0.9 mm | 4 | |
| 6 May | Overcast | 16° /8° | 1.9 mm | 4 | |
| 7 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /6° | 1.8 mm | 5 | |
| 8 May | Sunny | 17° /8° | 1.7 mm | 5 | |
| 9 May | Heavy rain at times | 14° /8° | 1.8 mm | 4 | |
| 10 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 14° /2° | 5.4 mm | 4 | |
| 11 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 11° /3° | 4.4 mm | 4 | |
| 12 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /4° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 13 May | Sunny | 13° /5° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 14 May | Moderate rain at times | 14° /5° | 3.5 mm | 4 | |
| 15 May | Moderate rain at times | 13° /6° | 1.7 mm | 4 | |
| 16 May | Sunny | 14° /4° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 17 May | Partly cloudy | 15° /4° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 18 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /6° | 1.1 mm | 4 | |
| 19 May | Heavy rain at times | 9° /5° | 4.4 mm | 3 | |
| 20 May | Patchy rain possible | 11° /8° | 1 mm | 4 | |
| 21 May | Patchy rain possible | 10° /7° | 6.2 mm | 4 | |
| 22 May | Partly cloudy | 12° /5° | 0.4 mm | 4 | |
| 23 May | Sunny | 13° /5° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 24 May | Patchy rain possible | 10° /4° | 0.5 mm | 3 | |
| 25 May | Cloudy | 13° /4° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 26 May | Partly cloudy | 13° /5° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 27 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /7° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
| 28 May | Sunny | 14° /6° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 29 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /7° | 0.5 mm | 4 | |
| 30 May | Overcast | 14° /6° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 31 May | Sunny | 15° /6° | 0 mm | 5 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Christchurch City 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 Christchurch City forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Christchurch City in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Christchurch City during May?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 15° and colder nights, dipping below 4°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Christchurch City during May?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Christchurch City during May, with a total of 86.6 mm spread over approximately 8 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
What are the typical wind conditions in Christchurch City during May?
The average wind speed in Christchurch City during May is 18 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
What to pack to Christchurch City in May?
As you prepare for your trip to Christchurch City in May, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Christchurch City, during May, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
- Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
- Footwear
- Waterproof Shoes
- Accessories
- Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
- Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
- Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather
- Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days
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