2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Auckland in May

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

May is a good time to visit Auckland. Auckland has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 17°C, lows of 12°C, and approximately 11 rainy days per month.

Avg High

17°C

Avg Low

12°C

Rainy days

11days

Daylight

10.2h

Is May a good time to visit Auckland?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

7:12 AM

Sunset

5:24 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 22°C 17°C 6 Excellent (best)
February 24°C 18°C 5 Excellent (best)
March 21°C 16°C 9 Excellent (best)
April 20°C 14°C 8 Good
May 17°C 12°C 11 Good
June 16°C 12°C 11 Good
July 14°C 10°C 10 Good
August 15°C 10°C 14 Wet
September 15°C 10°C 9 Good
October 17°C 13°C 10 Good
November 19°C 15°C 17 Wet
December 21°C 16°C 6 Excellent (best)

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for May

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

Planning a trip to Auckland?

Common Questions

Is May a good time to visit Auckland? +

May is typically Good for visiting Auckland, with average highs of 17°C and around 11 rainy days.

What should I pack for Auckland in May? +

With highs of 17°C and lows of 12°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Auckland in May? +

Auckland typically sees around 11 rainy days in May.

How many hours of daylight are there in Auckland in May? +

In May, Auckland gets approximately 10.2 hours of daylight per day.

Is May peak season in Auckland? +

No, May is not peak season in Auckland. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Auckland? +

The best months to visit Auckland are December, January, February, March, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Pacific/Auckland)

Last Updated: January 2026

May

17° / 12°
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