Penrith weather in May (New South Wales, Australia)

How is the weather in Penrith in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In Penrith the weather in May is generally perfect, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 21°C, while night temperatures can drop to 8°C.

Penrith in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 46 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 11 days.

The city usually sees around 180 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Penrith. March, April, May, September, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Penrith, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 21°C  

Chance of Rain 35%  

Precipitation 46 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 58% *  

Sunshine 180 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 59% *  

* Data from: Sydney, Australia (50 KM, 31 Miles).

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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 Penrith in May?

For visitors traveling to Penrith, 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

10/10

Walking

10/10

Camping

5/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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