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.
Cairns experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 48.8 mm.
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7
Dry days
24
Rainy days
0
Snow days
26°/19°
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22 km/h
Avg max wind
80 %
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 |
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| 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?
In May, Cairns can expect light to moderate rainfall, totaling 48.8 mm across approximately 24 days. Occasional showers are possible, and planning ahead for them could be helpful.
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.
May rainfall patterns in Cairns
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