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Palm Beach Weather in May

In Palm Beach, May brings pleasant daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), with nights cooling to 14°C (57°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Palm Beach in May

On average, there are about 15 days with rain during this month, averaging 108 mm (4.3 in). This month brings frequent, heavy showers. Both the number of wet days and the rainfall totals are on the high side.

Temperature in Palm Beach in May

May in Palm Beach sees highs of 18°C (64°F) and lows of 14°C (57°F) overnight. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. At 14°C (57°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Palm Beach in May

The area enjoys a balanced 140 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February, March, April and December typically offer the best weather for Palm Beach.

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Palm Beach Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C (64°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 108 mm (4.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 85% *  
SunshineSunshine 140 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 47% *  
* Data from: Auckland, New Zealand (34 KM, 21 Miles).

Best Places in New Zealand 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 Palm Beach in May

For Palm Beach 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. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Palm Beach in May

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

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

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