Coffs Harbour weather in May (New South Wales, Australia)

How is the weather in Coffs Harbour in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In Coffs Harbour the weather in May is generally perfect, with pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 21°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 14°C.

Coffs Harbour in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 94 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 13 days of rain.

With around 215 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Coffs Harbour. May, August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While June tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Coffs Harbour climate page with graphs.

 

Coffs Harbour, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 21°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 42%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 94 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 65%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 215 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 65%  

Where to go in Australia in May

Find out more about the weather in Australia in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Coffs Harbour in May?

For visitors traveling to Coffs Harbour, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 21°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Barbeque
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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