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Kaitaia in May
The weather in May
In May, Kaitaia averages daytime highs of 17° and night-time lows of 13° — mild weather by day. Expect around 118 mm of precipitation spread over about 14 wet days, with average cloud cover near 37%.
Days are 2.2° cooler than in April on average, and June is cooler again by about 1.8°. The sea averages 18°, bracing but swimmable.
May scores 61/100 — fair conditions for sightseeing — and ranks 7th of the twelve months for Kaitaia. For the most comfortable weather, consider January, February and March instead.
Around the middle of the month the sun rises at 07:15 and sets at 17:33 local time, giving 10 h 19 min of daylight. Days shorten by 44 minutes over the month.
Why 61/100?
How the score for May is builtBeach score this month: 19/100 (adds sea temperature and heat).
Comfort peaks for daytime highs between 18° and 25°C (64–77°F).
New Zealand's best in May
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Kaitaia in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Kaitaia?
May scores 61/100 for Kaitaia, which we rate as fair. Average highs are 17°C with 14 wet days.
How warm is Kaitaia in May?
Daytime highs average 17°C and night-time lows 13°C in May.
Does it rain a lot in Kaitaia in May?
Kaitaia receives about 118 mm of precipitation in May, falling on around 14 days.
Can you swim in Kaitaia in May?
The sea averages 18°C in May, cold for most swimmers.