Weather in Australia for May 2025
In general, the average temperature in Australia at the beginning of May is 19.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly decrease, reaching an average of 19.1 °C by the end of May.
Australia sees moderate rainfall in May, averaging 6 rainy days.
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Australia in May average weather
| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  19° | 2  21° | 3 20° | 4 19° | |||
| 5  19° | 6 20° | 7  18° | 8  17° | 9 17° | 10 20° | 11 18° |
| 12 20° | 13 19° | 14 19° | 15 19° | 16 20° | 17 18° | 18  16° |
| 19 17° | 20 18° | 21 18° | 22 17° | 23 18° | 24  19° | 25 19° |
| 26 17° | 27 18° | 28 19° | 29 20° | 30 21° | 31 20° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Australia
May weather day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May | Cloudy | 19° /14° | 3.8 mm | 5 | |
| 2 May | Partly cloudy | 21° /14° | 3.3 mm | 6 | |
| 3 May | Partly cloudy | 20° /15° | 10.5 mm | 6 | |
| 4 May | Cloudy | 19° /14° | 4.6 mm | 5 | |
| 5 May | Sunny | 19° /13° | 6.3 mm | 6 | |
| 6 May | Partly cloudy | 20° /14° | 5.3 mm | 6 | |
| 7 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 18° /13° | 4.9 mm | 5 | |
| 8 May | Heavy rain at times | 17° /12° | 13.8 mm | 5 | |
| 9 May | Cloudy | 17° /13° | 10.7 mm | 5 | |
| 10 May | Partly cloudy | 20° /14° | 6.6 mm | 6 | |
| 11 May | Cloudy | 18° /14° | 53.6 mm | 5 | |
| 12 May | Sunny | 20° /13° | 3.5 mm | 6 | |
| 13 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 19° /15° | 6 mm | 5 | |
| 14 May | Moderate rain at times | 19° /14° | 1.7 mm | 5 | |
| 15 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 19° /14° | 3 mm | 5 | |
| 16 May | Sunny | 20° /13° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
| 17 May | Heavy rain at times | 18° /14° | 3.7 mm | 5 | |
| 18 May | Patchy rain possible | 16° /11° | 9.2 mm | 5 | |
| 19 May | Sunny | 17° /11° | 0.8 mm | 5 | |
| 20 May | Partly cloudy | 18° /9° | 0.2 mm | 5 | |
| 21 May | Patchy rain possible | 18° /12° | 1.7 mm | 5 | |
| 22 May | Sunny | 17° /10° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 23 May | Sunny | 18° /9° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 24 May | Overcast | 19° /9° | 0.2 mm | 5 | |
| 25 May | Overcast | 19° /12° | 1.2 mm | 5 | |
| 26 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 17° /11° | 1.7 mm | 5 | |
| 27 May | Sunny | 18° /10° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
| 28 May | Overcast | 19° /9° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 29 May | Sunny | 20° /11° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 30 May | Sunny | 21° /12° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 31 May | Partly cloudy | 20° /14° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
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Guide for Australia in May
In May, Australia experiences a transition from autumn to winter, resulting in varied weather conditions across the country. At the beginning of the month, southern regions such as Melbourne and Sydney typically have cooler temperatures, with average highs around 18° and lows around 10°.
These areas may also experience occasional rainfall and cloudy skies as the cooler season sets in. Meanwhile, in the northern regions like Brisbane and Cairns, the weather remains relatively warm, with average highs around 24° and lows around 15°, along with plenty of sunshine.
By the end of May, the southern cities see a further drop in temperatures, with average highs around 15° and lows around 8°. The likelihood of rainfall also increases, particularly in cities like Melbourne and Adelaide.
In contrast, the northern regions maintain their warm climate, with average highs around 23° and lows around 14°, making it an ideal destination for travelers seeking pleasant weather.
Overall, May in Australia offers a diverse range of weather conditions, from cooler temperatures and rainfall in the south to warm and sunny days in the north, providing something for every type of traveler.
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