May · New Zealand
Best time to visit Hobbiton in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Hobbiton in May
Average temperature 12°C, 162 mm of rain, about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
4.4/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 12°C
- Rainfall
- 162 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 2
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Hobbiton scores 4.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 12°C, 162 mm of rain, and roughly 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Hobbiton keeps the Shire film set alive on a working sheep farm near Matamata, with hobbit holes and the Green Dragon.
May in Hobbiton: expect compromises
Expect 12°C (53°F) in May. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
162 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 4.4/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 7.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, March is materially better in Hobbiton — 3.4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Hobbiton in May?
- In May, Hobbiton averages 12°C, 162 mm of rain, and about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.4/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Hobbiton?
- May earns a 4.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Hobbiton in May?
- Expect about 162 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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