Sea Temperature in Whitianga in May

Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Tasman Sea in Whitianga in May. Historical daily data. Climate details for May. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Whitianga. 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 Whitianga in May

16°C

MINIMUN

18.5°C

AVERAGE

21°C

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in May in Whitianga

Water Temperature Chart for Tasman Sea in Whitianga in May

Sea Temperature Table in Whitianga in May Over the Past Years

Day	2024	2023	2022	Average
May 1	20°C	18°C	17°C	18.3°C
May 2	19°C	17°C	17°C	17.8°C
May 3	19°C	17°C	18°C	18.0°C
May 4	19°C	18°C	20°C	18.8°C
May 5	19°C	18°C	19°C	18.5°C
May 6	19°C	17°C	20°C	18.5°C
May 7	19°C	17°C	20°C	18.5°C
May 8	19°C	16°C	19°C	18.0°C
May 9	18°C	17°C	20°C	18.3°C
May 10	19°C	17°C	19°C	18.3°C
May 11	18°C	17°C	18°C	17.8°C
May 12	18°C	16°C	19°C	17.5°C
May 13	19°C	17°C	20°C	18.5°C
May 14	18°C	17°C	19°C	17.8°C
May 15	19°C	16°C	19°C	18.0°C
May 16	19°C	17°C	17°C	17.5°C
May 17	19°C	17°C	20°C	18.3°C
May 18	18°C	16°C	18°C	17.3°C
May 19	18°C	17°C	20°C	18.0°C
May 20	19°C	17°C	18°C	17.8°C
May 21	19°C	16°C	18°C	17.5°C
May 22	18°C	16°C	17°C	17.0°C
May 23	18°C	16°C	17°C	17.0°C
May 24	18°C	16°C	17°C	17.0°C
May 25	18°C	16°C	17°C	17.0°C
May 26	18°C	16°C	18°C	17.3°C
May 27	18°C	16°C	17°C	17.0°C
May 28	17°C	16°C	17°C	16.8°C
May 29	18°C	16°C	18°C	17.3°C
May 30	17°C	16°C	18°C	17.0°C

Whitianga Climate and Swimming Opportunities in May

17°C

Average Day Air Temperature

9°C

Average Night Air Temperature

135 mm

Precipitation Amount per Month

12 days

Number of Rainy Days

10 hrs

Daylight
per Day

4 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

16 km/h

Average Wind Speed

86%

Average
humidity

Whitianga lies within the Waikato in New Zealand. The average daytime temperature in Whitianga in May is 17°C (62°F), while the nighttime average is 9°C (47°F). There are typically 12 rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 135 mm (5.3 inches). The daylight duration in May in Whitianga is 10 hours, with an average of 4 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in May is 16 km/h (10 mph), and the humidity level is around 86%.

The water temperature in Whitianga in May ranges from 16°C to 18°C (61°F to 64°F). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 18°C (64°F), shifting to 18°C (64°F) by mid-May and reaching 17°C (63°F) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Whitianga for May is 18°C (64°F). Ideal conditions for a refreshing swim, though some may still find it a bit cool.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in May in Whitianga

What is the sea temperature in Whitianga in May?

The water temperature in the Tasman Sea in Whitianga in May ranges from 16°C to 18°C (61°F to 64°F).

Is it possible to swim in the Tasman Sea in Whitianga in May?

The average sea temperature in Whitianga in May is 18°C (64°F), and the air temperature is 17°C (62°F), so ideal conditions for a refreshing swim, though some may still find it a bit cool.