Verdict: Good month
Auckland Weather in May
May is mild-to-cool in Auckland, topping out near 17°C (63°F) — comfortable with a layer on. Expect showers on roughly 14 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, May is a solid month to visit Auckland.
Average high
17°C / 63°F
Average low
12°C / 54°F
Rain days
~14
Precipitation
102 mm
What to pack for Auckland in May
- Layers — t-shirts under a light jacket or sweater
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 14 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
May against the rest of the year
Warmest in Auckland: Jan (23°C / 73°F) · Coolest: Jul (15°C / 59°F) · Wettest: Nov (~17 rain days)
23°
17°
Jan
23°
18°
Feb
21°
16°
Mar
20°
15°
Apr
17°
12°
May
16°
11°
Jun
15°
10°
Jul
15°
9°
Aug
16°
11°
Sep
17°
12°
Oct
19°
14°
Nov
21°
16°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)