Temperatures in May
It's hot in May in Port Hedland with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 22°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Port Hedland 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 Port Hedland with hot temperatures, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights close to 21°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 33°C, with nights close to 19°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Port Hedland will be around 31°C, with nights close to 19°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Water temperature
The water temperature at Port Hedland is 31°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
Precipitation in May
In May, there is an average of 43 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The average chance of precipitation is only 9% in May.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Port Hedland. 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.
Port Hedland in May |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
32°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
34°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
29°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
43 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
3 days | 8 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Port Hedland?
May is a great month to be in Port Hedland for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Port Hedland in May
With 37°C, Port Hedland hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2016. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2022. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 8°C to a high of 26°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Port Hedland
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Port Hedland, 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.
Daily Precipitation in May in Port Hedland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Port Hedland, 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 3 days of rain in Port Hedland.
Daily UV Index in May in Port Hedland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Port Hedland, 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 Port Hedland Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Port Hedland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Port Hedland Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Port Hedland, 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 Port Hedland
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Average Weather in Port Hedland by Month
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