Bowen weather in May (Queensland, Australia)

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

In Bowen the weather in May is generally perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 27°C. But by evening, they drop to around 20°C.

Bowen in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 30 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 8 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 225 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

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

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

 

Bowen, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 27%  

Precipitation 30 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 67%  

Sunshine 225 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Australia in May

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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 Bowen in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

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

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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