Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Australia this May.
Australia, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 9°C (48°F) in Liawenee to 34°C (93°F) in Point Stuart. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Point Stuart and 1°C (34°F) in Liawenee.
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Melbourne averages a daytime high of 17°C (63°F) in May, which is moderate for Australia.
After dark, Melbourne cools to about 9°C (48°F) on an average May night.
Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Point Stuart is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 34°C (93°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 22°C (72°F).
According to our data, Liawenee holds the title for the coldest city in Australia in May. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 9°C (48°F) and drops to lows of about 1°C (34°F) during the night.
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 140 hours of sunlight anticipated in Melbourne. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.
The water temperature averages approximately 27°C (81°F) in Darwin this month, an ideal temperature for swimming and cooling off.
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