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Fern Tree Gully Weather in May

May in Fern Tree Gully brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 17°C (63°F) and nights around 8°C (46°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 65 mm (2.6 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Fern Tree Gully in May

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 11 days of rain, with 65 mm (2.6 in) average for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Fern Tree Gully in May

Fern Tree Gully in May gets highs of 17°C (63°F) during the day and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With lows around 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Fern Tree Gully in May

The area enjoys a balanced 140 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

May in Fern Tree Gully has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Fern Tree Gully Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C (63°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 65 mm (2.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 58% *  
SunshineSunshine 140 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 46% *  
* Data from: Melbourne, Australia (30 KM, 18 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 Fern Tree Gully 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. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Fern Tree Gully in May

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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