Australia Weather in May: Temperature, Precipitation, Wind
In May, Australia is in its autumn season, transitioning from the summer months. Overall, the country experiences mild temperatures during this time, with cooler conditions in the southern regions and warmer weather in the north. Southern areas, such as Sydney and Melbourne, have average temperatures ranging from 12 to 20 degrees Celsius (54 to 68 degrees Fahrenheit). The northern parts, including Brisbane and Cairns, see higher temperatures with averages around 20 to 28 degrees Celsius (68 to 82 degrees Fahrenheit). May marks the beginning of the dry season in the tropical regions of Australia, including the popular tourist destinations of the Great Barrier Reef and the Kimberley. These areas experience lower rainfall and reduced humidity, making it an ideal time to visit for outdoor activities such as snorkeling, hiking, and camping.
What is the temperature in Australia in May?
In Australia in May the average air temperature is 7.3°C (45.1°F). The outside temperature in Australia feels like 6.4°C (43.5°F) on a typical May day. The highest average temperature during sunny days is 14.2°C (57.6°F) and feels like 14.2°C (57.6°F). The lowest average temperature after dark is 1°C (33.8°F) which feels like -0.5°C (31.1°F).
How hot is Australia in May?
The hot temperature in May in Australia rises to 18°C (64.4°F) on sunny days with low cloud coverage and 78.9% humidity. During hottest days of May it feels like 18 °C (64.4°F). The average maximum temp in Australia is 14.2°C (64.4°F) during day time in May.
How cold is Australia in May?
The coldest temp in Australia in May drops to -5.2°C (22.6°F) during the cold nights. With 22.6km/h (14.1mph) winds and 78.9% humidity it feels like -6°C (21.2°F) on the coldest nights. The average minimum temperature is 1°C (33.8°F) during night time in May.
Does it rain in Australia in May?
Yes, it rains for 25 days in Australia in May averaging 0.81 mm of precipitation. There is a 80.6% chance for rain throughout the entire month of May in Australia.
How much does it rain in Australia throughout May?
The average precipitation level throughout May in Australia is 0.81 mm (0.03 inch) of rain per day. It rains for an average of 25 days out of the entire month.
Does it snow in Australia in May?
Yes, it snows in Australia during May. The average snowfall is 0.02 cm (0.01 inch) per day. And there is 0.02 cm (0.01 inch) of snow on the ground.
Is Australia windy in May?
The average speed of wind in Australia during May is 22.6km/h (14.1mph) and average windgust is 34.2km/h (21.3mph). On some days in May wind can reach up to 52.4km/h (32.6mph).
What is the direction of the wind in Australia in May?
Most days of May the wind is blowing from West-Southwest direction in Australia.
What are the humidity levels in Australia in May?
The average humidity levels in Australia in May are 78.9%. Daily humidity levels in Australia range from 66.3% to 92.5% during May.
How many hours of daylight are there in Australia in May?
There are 10 hours 17 minutes of daylight on average in Australia in May. Sunset and sunrise times gradually change throughout the month. Sunrise in Australia in May is at 6:51:34 and the sunset is at 17:08:39.
What is the cloud coverage in Australia in May?
Clouds cover 55.9% of the sky on average throughout May in Australia. The cloud coverage ranges from 6.7% to 97.9% depending on the day of the month.
What is the UV level in May in Australia?
The average UV index in Australia is 4.7 in May. UV levels change throughout the month and range from 1 to 6.
What is the solar radiation in Australia in May?
The average solar radiation is 108 W/m2 (Watts per square meter) in Australia during May. However solar radiation levels change throughout the month and range from 29.8 W/m2 to 155.8 W/m2.
What is the solar energy during May in Australia?
The average solar energy during May in Australia is 9.3 MJ/m2 (megajoules per square metre). Solar energy ranges from 2.5 MJ/m2, to 13.5 MJ/m2 during May.
Are there severe weather risks in Australia in May?
Yes, there is a 10% risk for severe weather in Australia in May.
What is the air pressure in Australia in May?
On average the air pressure in Australia in May is 1021 mb (millibars). Throughout the month the sea level pressure ranges from 1014.3 mb to 1031.7 mb.
What is the visibility in Australia in May?
The average daylight visibility in Australia in May is 9.7 km (6 miles). Depending on the precipitation the visibility ranges from 7.9 km (4.9 miles) to 11.2 km (7 miles) throughout May.
What is the dew point in Australia in May?
The average dew point in Australia during May is 3.4°C (38.1°F).
Where is the data for Australia climate in May coming from?
The climate data for Australia in May is collected from the following weather stations.
- TUGGERANONG ISABELLA PLAINS, AS
- CANBERRA, AS
- BRAIDWOOD RACECOURSE AWS, AS
- GOULBURN AIRPORT AWS, AS
- MOUNT GININI, AS
- FW0067 Duffy AU
- FW0598 Oallen AU
- FW4257 Dalton AU
- YSCB