Launceston weather in May (Tasmania)

Curious about the climate in Launceston this May? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

May in Launceston generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 15°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 5°C.

Precipitation

Launceston in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 61 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 14 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 157 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January, February, March and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, July and August tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Launceston, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 61 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 62%  

Windspeed 18 km/h  

Sunshine 157 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Tasmania in May

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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