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Atherton Weather in May

In Atherton, May brings high daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), with nights cooling to 16°C (61°F). Some rainfall is to be expected.

Rainfall in Atherton in May

Typically around 10 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 43 mm (1.7 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Atherton in May

May is one of the better months to visit Atherton. Expect 25°C (77°F) during the day and 16°C (61°F) at night. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With overnight lows of 16°C (61°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in Atherton in May

There are approximately 210 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

Atherton Temperature in May

Min Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Max Temperature
25°C (77°F)
Chance of Rain
32%
Precipitation
43 mm (1.7 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
71% *
Sunshine
210 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Cairns, Australia (51 KM, 32 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Atherton in May

For Atherton in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Atherton in May

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

  • Swimming
    10/10
  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Barbeque
    9/10
  • Camping
    10/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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