Canberra weather in May (Australian Capital Territory, Australia)

What can you expect from the weather in Canberra during May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Canberra typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 16°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 4°C.

Canberra in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 32 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Typically around 11 days of rainfall is expected.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 167 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

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

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

 

Canberra, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 32 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 79%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 167 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Australia in May

Find out more about the weather in Australia in May and which places have the best weather 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 Canberra in May?

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Barbeque
6/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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