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Cambridge weather in May (Tasmania, Australia)

How does the weather in Cambridge usually fare in May? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

The month of May in Cambridge typically brings moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 15°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 7°C.

Precipitation

Cambridge in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 43 mm for the month. Expect the least amount of rain this month, providing an excellent opportunity for outdoor activities. Enjoy the freedom of clear skies and dry conditions. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 15 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 145 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures January, February, March and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June and July tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Cambridge, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 15°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 43 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 58% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 145 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 53% *  
Data from: Hobart, Tasmania (4 KM, 2 Miles).

Where to go in Australia in May

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

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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. With a water temperature of around 15°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

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
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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