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Oz Weather in May

In Oz, May brings moderate daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), with nights cooling to 3°C (37°F). It is the wettest month of the year, so expect more rainfall than usual.

Rainfall in Oz in May

Known for its peak rainfall, this month often has intense showers. It's wise to carry a poncho to protect yourself from the rain. Typically, about 17 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 157 mm (6.2 in) for the month. Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.

Temperature in Oz in May

Oz in May gets highs of 14°C (57°F) during the day and drops to 3°C (37°F) at night. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With overnight lows of 3°C (37°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Oz in May

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 221 hours of sun. These sunny conditions help offset the cool temperatures, making it a pleasant month to explore outdoors.

For Oz itself, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Oz Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 157 mm (6.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
SunshineSunshine 221 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Grenoble, France (26 KM, 16 Miles).

Best Places in France 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 Oz in May

Pack for changing conditions in Oz in May. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Oz in May

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10

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