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Horseshoe Bay Weather in May

May is one of the perfect months to visit Horseshoe Bay, with daytime temperatures of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 21°C (70°F) at night. Some rainfall is typical for this time of year.

Rainfall in Horseshoe Bay in May

Historically, approximately 7 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 50 mm (2 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Horseshoe Bay in May

Weather in Horseshoe Bay is at its perfect in May. Highs reach 27°C (81°F), while nights settle around 21°C (70°F). This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. Nights remain mild at 21°C (70°F), making evenings a pleasant time to be outdoors.

Sunshine in Horseshoe Bay in May

With approximately 226 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

Wind Speed in Horseshoe Bay in May

Wind speeds average 2 m/s (4 knots) during May. At this speed, expect light breezes that you can feel on your face and cause leaves to rustle gently. Since this is an average, some days are calmer with barely any wind while others have more noticeable gentle breezes.

Average water temperature in May

The water is 24°C (75°F) this month — warm enough that getting in requires no effort at all. Good conditions for swimming, snorkeling, or just floating around.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances for Horseshoe Bay.

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Horseshoe Bay Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C (70°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C (81°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 24°C (75°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 24%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 50 mm (2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 2 m/s (4 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 226 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Townsville, Australia (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Best Places 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 (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 Horseshoe Bay in May

Warm but pleasant conditions in Horseshoe Bay in May. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. With water temperatures around 24°C (75°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Horseshoe Bay in May

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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