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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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Average dry days
16
Dry days
Average rainy days
15
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
26°/19°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
22 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
79 %
Avg humidity

Cairns in May average weather

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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
Overcast
28° /20° 1 mm 7
2 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
27° /22° 1.6 mm 7
3 May Cloudy
Cloudy
27° /22° 2.8 mm 7
4 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
27° /21° 0.2 mm 7
5 May Overcast
Overcast
26° /20° 0.6 mm 7
6 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
27° /20° 0.6 mm 7
7 May Overcast
Overcast
26° /21° 1.2 mm 7
8 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
26° /21° 2.9 mm 7
9 May Cloudy
Cloudy
25° /19° 1.7 mm 6
10 May Cloudy
Cloudy
24° /18° 2.7 mm 6
11 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
26° /19° 2.1 mm 7
12 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
26° /20° 2.4 mm 7
13 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
26° /19° 1.6 mm 7
14 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
27° /20° 1.6 mm 7
15 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
27° /21° 1.4 mm 7
16 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
27° /20° 1.3 mm 6
17 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
27° /20° 1 mm 7
18 May Cloudy
Cloudy
25° /19° 0.2 mm 7
19 May Sunny
Sunny
26° /17° 0 mm 7
20 May Sunny
Sunny
25° /16° 0.1 mm 7
21 May Sunny
Sunny
25° /18° 0.8 mm 7
22 May Overcast
Overcast
25° /17° 1.2 mm 6
23 May Overcast
Overcast
25° /18° 1.7 mm 6
24 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
24° /19° 6.4 mm 6
25 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
25° /19° 2.6 mm 6
26 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
26° /19° 1.5 mm 7
27 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
25° /18° 2.2 mm 7
28 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
24° /18° 1.2 mm 6
29 May Sunny
Sunny
25° /18° 1.8 mm 7
30 May Sunny
Sunny
25° /17° 1.3 mm 7
31 May Patchy rain possible
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.

May rainfall patterns in Cairns

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UV exposure in Cairns during May

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