Hawke's Bay (Napier)
May
Weather in Hawke's Bay for May 2025
Your guide to Hawke's Bay weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Hawke's Bay at the beginning of May is 16.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 14.9 °C by the end of May.
Hawke's Bay sees moderate rainfall in May, averaging 9 rainy days.
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22
Dry days
9
Rainy days
0
Snow days
16°/8°
Temperatures
21 km/h
Avg max wind
76 %
Avg humidity
Hawke's Bay in May average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  17° | 2  17° | 3 17° | 4  16° | |||
| 5 17° | 6  19° | 7 15° | 8 16° | 9  14° | 10  16° | 11 13° |
| 12 13° | 13 14° | 14  14° | 15 15° | 16 16° | 17 15° | 18 14° |
| 19 14° | 20 15° | 21 15° | 22 15° | 23 14° | 24 14° | 25 13° |
| 26 14° | 27 15° | 28 15° | 29 14° | 30 16° | 31 17° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Hawke's Bay
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May weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| 1 May | Patchy rain possible | 17° /11° | 2.5 mm | 5 | |
| 2 May | Overcast | 17° /12° | 0.3 mm | 5 | |
| 3 May | Patchy rain possible | 17° /12° | 0.3 mm | 4 | |
| 4 May | Moderate rain at times | 16° /12° | 1.2 mm | 5 | |
| 5 May | Overcast | 17° /11° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 6 May | Cloudy | 19° /11° | 0.2 mm | 5 | |
| 7 May | Overcast | 15° /11° | 1.5 mm | 4 | |
| 8 May | Cloudy | 16° /10° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 9 May | Heavy rain at times | 14° /11° | 8.8 mm | 4 | |
| 10 May | Partly cloudy | 16° /9° | 5.2 mm | 5 | |
| 11 May | Moderate rain at times | 13° /7° | 1.5 mm | 4 | |
| 12 May | Partly cloudy | 13° /5° | 0.6 mm | 5 | |
| 13 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /7° | 0.2 mm | 4 | |
| 14 May | Sunny | 14° /7° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 15 May | Heavy rain at times | 15° /8° | 1.3 mm | 5 | |
| 16 May | Patchy rain possible | 16° /9° | 0.8 mm | 4 | |
| 17 May | Sunny | 15° /8° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
| 18 May | Overcast | 14° /7° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 19 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /9° | 0.9 mm | 4 | |
| 20 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /10° | 0.9 mm | 4 | |
| 21 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /11° | 36.4 mm | 4 | |
| 22 May | Overcast | 15° /11° | 15.1 mm | 4 | |
| 23 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /10° | 22.7 mm | 4 | |
| 24 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /9° | 1 mm | 4 | |
| 25 May | Partly cloudy | 13° /8° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 26 May | Sunny | 14° /8° | 0.7 mm | 5 | |
| 27 May | Overcast | 15° /8° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 28 May | Overcast | 15° /8° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
| 29 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 14° /10° | 6 mm | 4 | |
| 30 May | Sunny | 16° /10° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 31 May | Overcast | 17° /9° | 0 mm | 5 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Hawke's Bay 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 Hawke's Bay forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Hawke's Bay in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Hawke's Bay during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 16° and cooler nights around 8°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Hawke's Bay during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 216.3 mm is expected in Hawke's Bay during May, occurring over more than 9 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Hawke's Bay during May?
The average wind speed in Hawke's Bay during May is 21 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
What to pack to Hawke's Bay in May?
As you prepare for your trip to Hawke's Bay 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 Hawke's Bay, 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
May rainfall patterns in Hawke's Bay
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