Sea Temperature in Dunedin in May

Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Pacific Ocean in Dunedin in May. Historical daily data. Climate details for May. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Dunedin. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.

Water Temperature Range in Dunedin in May

9°C

MINIMUN

12°C

AVERAGE

15°C

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in May in Dunedin

Water Temperature Chart for Pacific Ocean in Dunedin in May

Sea Temperature Table in Dunedin in May Over the Past Years

Day	2024	2023	2022	Average
May 1	13°C	13°C	10°C	12.3°C
May 2	13°C	13°C	10°C	12.0°C
May 3	13°C	13°C	13°C	12.8°C
May 4	13°C	13°C	10°C	12.0°C
May 5	14°C	13°C	13°C	13.0°C
May 6	13°C	12°C	11°C	12.0°C
May 7	13°C	12°C	11°C	12.0°C
May 8	13°C	12°C	11°C	12.0°C
May 9	13°C	12°C	11°C	12.0°C
May 10	13°C	12°C	11°C	11.8°C
May 11	13°C	12°C	12°C	12.0°C
May 12	13°C	12°C	12°C	12.0°C
May 13	13°C	12°C	11°C	11.8°C
May 14	13°C	12°C	9°C	11.3°C
May 15	13°C	12°C	13°C	12.3°C
May 16	13°C	12°C	9°C	11.3°C
May 17	12°C	13°C	13°C	12.3°C
May 18	13°C	12°C	10°C	11.5°C
May 19	12°C	12°C	10°C	11.3°C
May 20	13°C	12°C	10°C	11.5°C
May 21	12°C	12°C	10°C	11.3°C
May 22	12°C	12°C	10°C	11.3°C
May 23	13°C	12°C	10°C	11.5°C
May 24	12°C	11°C	11°C	11.3°C
May 25	12°C	12°C	11°C	11.5°C
May 26	12°C	12°C	11°C	11.5°C
May 27	12°C	12°C	11°C	11.5°C
May 28	12°C	12°C	11°C	11.5°C
May 29	12°C	12°C	11°C	11.3°C
May 30	12°C	12°C	11°C	11.3°C

Dunedin Climate and Swimming Opportunities in May

13°C

Average Day Air Temperature

2°C

Average Night Air Temperature

78 mm

Precipitation Amount per Month

12 days

Number of Rainy Days

9 hrs

Daylight
per Day

3 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

11 km/h

Average Wind Speed

80%

Average
humidity

Dunedin lies within the Otago in New Zealand. The average daytime temperature in Dunedin in May is 13°C (56°F), while the nighttime average is 2°C (36°F). There are typically 12 rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 78 mm (3.1 inches). The daylight duration in May in Dunedin is 9 hours, with an average of 3 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in May is 11 km/h (7 mph), and the humidity level is around 80%.

The water temperature in Dunedin in May ranges from 11°C to 13°C (52°F to 55°F). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 12°C (54°F), shifting to 12°C (54°F) by mid-May and reaching 11°C (52°F) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Dunedin for May is 12°C (54°F). The water is cool, but many swimmers can tolerate it, especially with the sun out. Acclimatization is helpful.

Sea Temperature in May in Nearby Cities

Portobello

Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in May in Dunedin

What is the sea temperature in Dunedin in May?

The water temperature in the Pacific Ocean in Dunedin in May ranges from 11°C to 13°C (52°F to 55°F).

Is it possible to swim in the Pacific Ocean in Dunedin in May?

The average sea temperature in Dunedin in May is 12°C (54°F), and the air temperature is 13°C (56°F), so the water is cool, but many swimmers can tolerate it, especially with the sun out. Acclimatization is helpful.