May 5 is generally a great time to visit Te Anau. While there is a slight chance of rain (30%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 13°C weather. As it's peak season for Te Anau, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Te Anau
Currency
NZD
$ New Zealand dollar
Language
English
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Driving
Left side
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.269
Te Anau Weather Forecast for May 5
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 12.8°C. 30% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Te Anau in May
Based on historical data for May 5, Te Anau typically experiences temperatures between 6.2°C and 12.8°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. With a 30% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Te Anau
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Umbrella
Average High
12.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
6.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
12.3°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
30%
Avg 3.4mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~30% chance
Pressure
1017.8 hPa
High volatility
Te Anau Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 97% 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
🔴 267 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 401 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 668 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
10.5°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in New Zealand
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~32
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Te Anau
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:49
☀️ Noon
13:47
🌇 Sunset
18:44
⏱️ Daylight
9h 54m
Wind Speed
12.1 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
6.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
86%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Te Anau
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
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
Active seismic zone. Multiple earthquakes per year.
Travel Alert: This region has elevated natural risks. We recommend registering with your embassy and keeping emergency numbers handy.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Te Anau on May 5 averages 12.8°C with a 30% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 78/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Te Anau Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Te Anau Worth Visiting on May 5?
Planning a trip to Te Anau on May 5? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 12.8°C with a 30% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 32 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for New Zealand, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 5 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 17.6°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 2°C in 2017.