Cairns
May
Weather in Cairns for May 2025
Your guide to Cairns weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Cairns at the beginning of May is 26.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 25 °C by the end of May.
The climate of Cairns in May is notably wet, with an average of 15 rainy days.
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16
Dry days
15
Rainy days
0
Snow days
26°/19°
Temperatures
22 km/h
Avg max wind
79 %
Avg humidity
Cairns in May average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  28° | 2  27° | 3  27° | 4  27° | |||
| 5 26° | 6 27° | 7 26° | 8 26° | 9 25° | 10 24° | 11 26° |
| 12 26° | 13 26° | 14 27° | 15 27° | 16 27° | 17 27° | 18 25° |
| 19  26° | 20 25° | 21 25° | 22 25° | 23 25° | 24  24° | 25 25° |
| 26 26° | 27 25° | 28 24° | 29 25° | 30 25° | 31 25° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Cairns
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May weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May | Overcast | 28° /20° | 1 mm | 7 | |
| 2 May | Patchy rain possible | 27° /22° | 1.6 mm | 7 | |
| 3 May | Cloudy | 27° /22° | 2.8 mm | 7 | |
| 4 May | Partly cloudy | 27° /21° | 0.2 mm | 7 | |
| 5 May | Overcast | 26° /20° | 0.6 mm | 7 | |
| 6 May | Patchy rain possible | 27° /20° | 0.6 mm | 7 | |
| 7 May | Overcast | 26° /21° | 1.2 mm | 7 | |
| 8 May | Patchy rain possible | 26° /21° | 2.9 mm | 7 | |
| 9 May | Cloudy | 25° /19° | 1.7 mm | 6 | |
| 10 May | Cloudy | 24° /18° | 2.7 mm | 6 | |
| 11 May | Patchy rain possible | 26° /19° | 2.1 mm | 7 | |
| 12 May | Patchy rain possible | 26° /20° | 2.4 mm | 7 | |
| 13 May | Patchy rain possible | 26° /19° | 1.6 mm | 7 | |
| 14 May | Patchy rain possible | 27° /20° | 1.6 mm | 7 | |
| 15 May | Patchy rain possible | 27° /21° | 1.4 mm | 7 | |
| 16 May | Patchy rain possible | 27° /20° | 1.3 mm | 6 | |
| 17 May | Patchy rain possible | 27° /20° | 1 mm | 7 | |
| 18 May | Cloudy | 25° /19° | 0.2 mm | 7 | |
| 19 May | Sunny | 26° /17° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 20 May | Sunny | 25° /16° | 0.1 mm | 7 | |
| 21 May | Sunny | 25° /18° | 0.8 mm | 7 | |
| 22 May | Overcast | 25° /17° | 1.2 mm | 6 | |
| 23 May | Overcast | 25° /18° | 1.7 mm | 6 | |
| 24 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 24° /19° | 6.4 mm | 6 | |
| 25 May | Patchy rain possible | 25° /19° | 2.6 mm | 6 | |
| 26 May | Patchy rain possible | 26° /19° | 1.5 mm | 7 | |
| 27 May | Partly cloudy | 25° /18° | 2.2 mm | 7 | |
| 28 May | Patchy rain possible | 24° /18° | 1.2 mm | 6 | |
| 29 May | Sunny | 25° /18° | 1.8 mm | 7 | |
| 30 May | Sunny | 25° /17° | 1.3 mm | 7 | |
| 31 May | Patchy rain possible | 25° /18° | 1 mm | 7 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Cairns 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 Cairns forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Cairns in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Cairns during May?
During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 26° and lows near 19°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Cairns during May?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Cairns during May, with a total of 79.5 mm spread over approximately 15 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
What are the typical wind conditions in Cairns during May?
The average wind speed in Cairns during May is 22 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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