Australian Capital Territory weather in May
Are you planning a trip to Australian Capital Territory in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Australian Capital Territory in May?
Australian Capital Territory is a region in Australia. In May, Australian Capital Territory experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from moderate to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.
During the day the temperature is moderate in Canberra at 16°C and very warm in Purnululu National Park at 33°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 18°C in Purnululu National Park and 4°C in Canberra.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Purnululu National Park with an average of 8.9 mm to moderate rainfall in Royal National Park with 72 mm. Going by our weather data, this month in Canberra usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year. Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 167 hours of sunlight anticipated in Canberra. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.
For specific regional insights in Australian Capital Territory for May, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Australian Capital Territory climate page.
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Average weather in Canberra
In May Canberra generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Hall
In May Hall generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Port Hughes
In May Port Hughes generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Carnarvon
In May Carnarvon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Hayman Island
In May Hayman Island generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Australian Capital Territory?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Canberra, May might be a good time to visit Australian Capital Territory.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Canberra. The weather in June, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.
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