Wanaka
May
Weather in Wanaka for May 2025
Your guide to Wanaka weather in May - trends and predictions
With an average of 2 snowy days, Wanaka usually enjoys a light touch of snow in May.
In general, the average temperature in Wanaka at the beginning of May is 12.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably cool down, reaching an average of 9.4 °C by the end of May.
Wanaka in May brings notable rainfall, with an average of 17 rainy days and a total precipitation of 172.5 mm.
Snow Forecast ❄️
Temperatures
Rain 🌧️
12
Dry days
17
Rainy days
2
Snow days
9°/3°
Temperatures
9 km/h
Avg max wind
82 %
Avg humidity
Wanaka Weather May
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Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
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1 12° | 2 12° | 3 12° | 4 13° | |||
5 12° | 6 11° | 7 13° | 8 11° | 9 8° | 10 6° | 11 7° |
12 9° | 13 10° | 14 11° | 15 9° | 16 10° | 17 9° | 18 7° |
19 5° | 20 6° | 21 8° | 22 9° | 23 11° | 24 7° | 25 10° |
26 9° | 27 9° | 28 10° | 29 9° | 30 10° | 31 9° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Wanaka
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May weather day by day
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Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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1 May | Patchy rain possible | 12° /5° | 1.9 mm | 0 cm | |
2 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 12° /5° | 4.3 mm | 0 cm | |
3 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 12° /6° | 19.1 mm | 0 cm | |
4 May | Overcast | 13° /6° | 2.8 mm | 0 cm | |
5 May | Heavy rain at times | 12° /4° | 4.1 mm | 0 cm | |
6 May | Overcast | 11° /5° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
7 May | Sunny | 13° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
8 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 11° /3° | 30.9 mm | 0.1 cm | |
9 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 8° /1° | 13 mm | 0 cm | |
10 May | Heavy rain at times | 6° /0° | 4.2 mm | 0 cm | |
11 May | Patchy rain possible | 7° /0° | 1.9 mm | 0 cm | |
12 May | Cloudy | 9° /2° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
13 May | Patchy rain possible | 10° /3° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
14 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 11° /3° | 2.2 mm | 0 cm | |
15 May | Partly cloudy | 9° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
16 May | Partly cloudy | 10° /3° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
17 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 9° /3° | 6.2 mm | 0 cm | |
18 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 7° /2° | 30.3 mm | 0.4 cm | |
19 May | Patchy rain possible | 5° /0° | 0.7 mm | 0.5 cm | |
20 May | Moderate rain at times | 6° /4° | 3.1 mm | 0 cm | |
21 May | Patchy rain possible | 8° /4° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
22 May | Patchy rain possible | 9° /2° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
23 May | Partly cloudy | 11° /3° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
24 May | Overcast | 7° /2° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
25 May | Overcast | 10° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
26 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 9° /4° | 17.1 mm | 0 cm | |
27 May | Cloudy | 9° /2° | 4.8 mm | 0 cm | |
28 May | Overcast | 10° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
29 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 9° /3° | 9 mm | 0 cm | |
30 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 10° /3° | 13 mm | 0 cm | |
31 May | Patchy rain possible | 9° /3° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Wanaka 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 Wanaka forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Wanaka in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Wanaka during May?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 9° and colder nights, dipping below 3°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Wanaka during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 172.5 mm is expected in Wanaka during May, occurring over more than 17 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Wanaka in May 2025?
Wanaka experiences an average snowfall of 0.88 cm during May, occurring over 2 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Wanaka during May?
The average wind speed in Wanaka during May is 9 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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