May 6 is generally a great time to visit Auckland. While there is a slight chance of rain (21%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 18°C weather. It's a great middle-ground for visiting Auckland—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines.
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Essential Travel Info for Auckland
Currency
NZD
$ New Zealand dollar
Language
English
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Driving
Left side
Connect
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.269
Auckland Weather Forecast for May 6
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 17.7°C. 21% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Auckland in May
Based on historical data for May 6, Auckland typically experiences temperatures between 13.2°C and 17.7°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (21% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Auckland
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
17.7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
13.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
17.7°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
21%
Avg 1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
56%
Overcast
Pressure
1021 hPa
High volatility
Auckland Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 100% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 200 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 300 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 500 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
14.4°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in New Zealand
Flight Traffic
Moderate
47/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~208
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Auckland
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:05
☀️ Noon
13:18
🌇 Sunset
18:32
⏱️ Daylight
10h 27m
Wind Speed
20.5 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
7.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
81%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Auckland
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Auckland on May 6 averages 17.7°C with a 21% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 93/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Auckland Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Auckland Worth Visiting on May 6?
Planning a trip to Auckland on May 6? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 17.7°C with a 21% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 208 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for New Zealand, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 17.7°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.51m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 6 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 19.9°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to 9°C in 2025.