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Mount Gambier Weather in May

Mount Gambier in May sees moderate daytime temperatures of 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows of 10°C (50°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 63 mm (2.5 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Mount Gambier in May

You can typically expect 10 days of rain this month, averaging around 63 mm (2.5 in). Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Mount Gambier in May

Mount Gambier in May gets highs of 17°C (63°F) during the day and drops to 10°C (50°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 10°C (50°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Mount Gambier in May

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 140 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Mount Gambier. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Mount Gambier Temperature in May

Min Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
63 mm (2.5 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
68%
Sunshine
140 hours
Percentage Sunshine

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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 Mount Gambier in May

For Mount Gambier 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. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Mount Gambier in May

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

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

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