Tongariro vs Wellington in May

Wellington is the better pick in May — 73 vs 68 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Wellington is cool, rainy, clean air, while Tongariro is cold, soaked, clean air.

Tongariro vs WellingtonMay climate, side by side

TongariroWellington
Comfort score68/100 (C)73/100 (B)
Feels-like high7°C13°C
Avg high / low10° / 2°16° / 10°
Rainfall176 mm91 mm
Rainy days1411
Humidity90%78%
Air quality (AQI)1923

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Tongariro vs Wellington in May — FAQ

Is May better in Tongariro or Wellington?
Wellington is the better pick in May — 73 vs 68 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Wellington is cool, rainy, clean air, while Tongariro is cold, soaked, clean air.
What is the weather like in Tongariro vs Wellington in May?
In May, Tongariro averages 10°C high / 2°C low with about 176 mm of rain; Wellington averages 16°C high / 10°C low with about 91 mm.