Temperatures in May
It's pleasantly warm in May in Australia with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 19°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 15°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Australia in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Australia with warm temperatures, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights close to 14°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature drops to around 22°C, with nights close to 13°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Australia will be around 21°C, with nights close to 12°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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Precipitation in May
In May, there is an average of 88 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
The average precipitation chance is 20% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Australia. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Australia in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
22°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
23°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
19°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
88 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
6 days | 8 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Australia?
Want nice weather? Then May is a great time to be in Australia. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Australia in May
With 28°C, Australia hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2018. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 14°C in 2016. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 6°C to a high of 20°C.
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The climate of Australia is based on weather data from Sydney. Other spots, like Gold Coast, Melbourne or Cairns, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Australia for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in May in Australia
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Australia, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in May in Australia
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Daily Precipitation in May in Australia
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Australia, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 6 days of rain in Australia.
Daily UV Index in May in Australia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Australia, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Australia Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Australia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Australia Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Australia, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Australia
Click on a specific day in May for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Australia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in May in Australia
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It was pleasant during the day with average temperatures around 20°C, slightly colder in the evening. Although there were a few rainy days, the sun shone most of the time. Ideal for active holidays and sightseeing.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Australia by Month
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