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Norfolk Island weather in May (Norfolk Island)

How is the weather in Norfolk Island 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 Norfolk Island, May is characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 22°C, while night temperatures can drop to 19°C.

Norfolk Island in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 92 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 16 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 172 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit Norfolk Island. January, February, March, April, May, July, September, October, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June and August tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Norfolk Island, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 21°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 92 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 71%  
SunshineSunshine 172 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 52%  

Where to go in Norfolk Island in May

Find out more about the weather in Norfolk Island 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 Norfolk Island in May?

For visitors traveling to Norfolk Island, 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. With a water temperature of around 21°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Norfolk Island.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Norfolk Island? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Norfolk Island. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.