Monthly climate guide
Wellington weather in May
May in Wellington is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 14°C (58°F) and night-time lows near 11°C (52°F). The month usually brings about 85 mm of rain (some rain) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than April and 2°C warmer than June.
What stands out in May
- It's one of the sunniest months here, with cloud cover around 57%.
- Days and nights are close, only about 3°C apart.
- Wellington is usually about 2°C warmer than Nelson, 120 km away, in May.
- May brings late autumn to Wellington — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
Avg high
14°C
58°F
Avg low
11°C
52°F
Rainfall
85 mm
some rain
Humidity
84%
relative
Sky
57%
cloud · often cloudy
Wellington weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C / 66°F | 15°C / 58°F | 56 mm | 79% | 59% |
| February | 19°C / 67°F | 15°C / 59°F | 55 mm | 79% | 52% |
| March | 18°C / 64°F | 14°C / 57°F | 74 mm | 82% | 58% |
| April | 16°C / 61°F | 13°C / 55°F | 92 mm | 83% | 58% |
| May | 14°C / 58°F | 11°C / 52°F | 85 mm | 84% | 57% |
| June | 12°C / 54°F | 10°C / 49°F | 99 mm | 85% | 61% |
| July | 12°C / 53°F | 9°C / 48°F | 81 mm | 84% | 62% |
| August | 12°C / 53°F | 9°C / 48°F | 82 mm | 85% | 63% |
| September | 12°C / 54°F | 9°C / 48°F | 77 mm | 84% | 61% |
| October | 14°C / 57°F | 10°C / 50°F | 67 mm | 83% | 62% |
| November | 15°C / 60°F | 12°C / 53°F | 73 mm | 82% | 61% |
| December | 18°C / 64°F | 13°C / 56°F | 71 mm | 81% | 61% |
What to pack for May
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is May a good time to visit Wellington?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Wellington →Other New Zealand cities in May
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Wellington in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Wellington?
May is a reasonable time for Wellington: highs around 14°C and about 85 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Wellington in May?
Average highs are about 14°C (58°F) and average lows about 11°C (52°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Wellington in May?
Wellington typically gets around 85 mm of rain in May — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Wellington (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.