New South Wales (Sydney)
May
Weather in New South Wales for May 2025
Your guide to New South Wales weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in New South Wales at the beginning of May is 20 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 18.4 °C by the end of May.
New South Wales in May brings notable rainfall, with an average of 20 rainy days and a total precipitation of 115.2 mm.
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11
Dry days
20
Rainy days
0
Snow days
19°/13°
Temperatures
19 km/h
Avg max wind
68 %
Avg humidity
New South Wales in May average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  20° | 2 21° | 3  21° | 4  20° | |||
| 5 19° | 6  20° | 7 19° | 8  19° | 9 18° | 10 21° | 11 19° |
| 12 19° | 13 20° | 14 19° | 15  19° | 16 21° | 17 18° | 18 17° |
| 19 17° | 20 18° | 21 18° | 22 18° | 23 18° | 24 19° | 25  19° |
| 26 19° | 27 18° | 28 18° | 29 18° | 30 18° | 31 19° |
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Temperatures trend during May in New South Wales
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May weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| 1 May | Patchy rain possible | 20° /15° | 2.3 mm | 5 | |
| 2 May | Patchy rain possible | 21° /14° | 1.8 mm | 6 | |
| 3 May | Partly cloudy | 21° /15° | 5.3 mm | 6 | |
| 4 May | Heavy rain at times | 20° /13° | 3.9 mm | 5 | |
| 5 May | Heavy rain at times | 19° /13° | 10.7 mm | 6 | |
| 6 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 20° /13° | 5.3 mm | 6 | |
| 7 May | Moderate rain at times | 19° /13° | 3 mm | 5 | |
| 8 May | Sunny | 19° /12° | 6.9 mm | 6 | |
| 9 May | Partly cloudy | 18° /14° | 7.3 mm | 5 | |
| 10 May | Partly cloudy | 21° /14° | 4.6 mm | 6 | |
| 11 May | Moderate rain at times | 19° /14° | 28.8 mm | 5 | |
| 12 May | Patchy rain possible | 19° /14° | 5.6 mm | 5 | |
| 13 May | Partly cloudy | 20° /15° | 5.2 mm | 6 | |
| 14 May | Sunny | 19° /14° | 0.9 mm | 6 | |
| 15 May | Cloudy | 19° /14° | 2.1 mm | 5 | |
| 16 May | Sunny | 21° /12° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
| 17 May | Partly cloudy | 18° /13° | 1.9 mm | 6 | |
| 18 May | Sunny | 17° /11° | 4.6 mm | 5 | |
| 19 May | Sunny | 17° /10° | 0.4 mm | 5 | |
| 20 May | Patchy rain possible | 18° /10° | 0.5 mm | 5 | |
| 21 May | Patchy rain possible | 18° /13° | 4.6 mm | 5 | |
| 22 May | Sunny | 18° /12° | 3.3 mm | 6 | |
| 23 May | Sunny | 18° /11° | 2.4 mm | 5 | |
| 24 May | Patchy rain possible | 19° /12° | 0.6 mm | 5 | |
| 25 May | Overcast | 19° /12° | 1.1 mm | 5 | |
| 26 May | Sunny | 19° /12° | 0.9 mm | 6 | |
| 27 May | Sunny | 18° /11° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 28 May | Cloudy | 18° /11° | 0.5 mm | 5 | |
| 29 May | Sunny | 18° /11° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 30 May | Sunny | 18° /11° | 0.9 mm | 6 | |
| 31 May | Sunny | 19° /12° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for New South Wales in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the New South Wales forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
New South Wales in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in New South Wales during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 19° and cooler nights around 13°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in New South Wales during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 115.2 mm is expected in New South Wales during May, occurring over more than 20 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in New South Wales during May?
The average wind speed in New South Wales during May is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in New South Wales
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UV exposure in New South Wales during May
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