May · New Zealand
Best time to visit Nelson in MayWeather, crowds & prices
May score
4.3/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 9°C
- Rainfall
- 115 mm
- Humidity
- 90%
- Sunny days
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Nelson scores 4.3/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 9°C, 115 mm of rain, and roughly 0 sunny days this month.
Nelson rewards outdoor days in New Zealand most clearly through November through March in the Southern Hemisphere.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nelson in May?
- In May, Nelson averages 9°C, 115 mm of rain, and about 0 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 4.3/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Nelson?
- May earns a 4.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Nelson in May?
- Expect about 115 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 90% and there are about 0 sunny days.
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