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Forbes Weather in May

With daytime temperatures of 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows of 7°C (45°F), May in Forbes brings pleasant temperatures during the day. The perfect weather makes it an appealing time to visit.

Rainfall in Forbes in May

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 9 days of rain, with 36 mm (1.4 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 Forbes in May

May in Forbes is generally perfect, with days reaching 20°C (68°F) and nights settling around 7°C (45°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 7°C (45°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit.

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Forbes Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 36 mm (1.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  

Best Places in Australia in May

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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 Forbes in May

For Forbes in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers.

What To Do in Forbes in May

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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