Mount Gambier weather in May (South Australia, Australia)

Planning a trip to Mount Gambier in May? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Mount Gambier generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 17°C, while night temperatures can drop to 10°C.

Mount Gambier in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 63 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 10 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 140 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Mount Gambier. January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Mount Gambier, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 63 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 68%  
SunshineSunshine 140 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 Mount Gambier in May?

For visitors traveling to Mount Gambier, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

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

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