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Bellingen Weather in May

May in Bellingen brings pleasant temperatures, with daytime highs of 21°C (70°F) and nights around 12°C (54°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 80 mm (3.1 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Bellingen in May

Historically, May sees about 13 days of rain, with a monthly average of 80 mm (3.1 in). Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Bellingen in May

May is one of the better months to visit Bellingen. Expect 21°C (70°F) during the day and 12°C (54°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 12°C (54°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Bellingen in May

The city usually sees around 215 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days , a great month for sightseeing.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April, May, August, September and October typically offer the best weather for Bellingen.

Bellingen Temperature in May

Min Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
42%
Precipitation
80 mm (3.1 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
65% *
Sunshine
215 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
65% *
* Data from: Coffs Harbour, Australia (25 KM, 16 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 Bellingen in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Bellingen in May

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

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

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