Australian Capital Territory Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Australian Capital Territory, Australia in May.

Thinking about venturing to Australian Capital Territory, Australia this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Australian Capital Territory in May

Australian Capital Territory, Australia is a region in Australia. In May, Australian Capital Territory experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from mild to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Canberra at 16°C (61°F) and very warm in Purnululu National Park at 33°C (91°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Purnululu National Park and 4°C (39°F) in Canberra.

For specific regional insights in Australian Capital Territory, Australia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Purnululu National Park with an average of 8.9 mm (0.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Royal National Park with 72 mm (2.8 in). In Canberra, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Canberra, you can expect around 167 hours of sunlight in May, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in Australian Capital Territory in May

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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).

Popular Destinations in Australian Capital Territory

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Australian Capital Territory, Australia?

Temperature range in Australian Capital Territory (May)

Precipitation variation in Australian Capital Territory (May)

Canberra

In May Canberra generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
167 hours
153 hours
Monthly rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Hall

In May Hall generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
167 hours
153 hours
Monthly rainfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Port Hughes

In May Port Hughes generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
30 mm (1.2 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Carnarvon

In May Carnarvon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
16 mm (0.6 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Hayman Island

In May Hayman Island generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
230 hours
234 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Australian Capital Territory in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Canberra 16°C (61°F) 4°C (39°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Hall 16°C (61°F) 4°C (39°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Port Hughes 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Carnarvon 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Hayman Island 25°C (77°F) 22°C (72°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Yulara 25°C (77°F) 11°C (52°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)

Australian Capital Territory weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Australian Capital Territory, Australia in May?

In May, Australian Capital Territory, Australia generally has tolerable weather conditions. Canberra sees daytime temperatures near 16°C (61°F), with nights cooling to roughly 4°C (39°F).

What is the average temperature in Australian Capital Territory, Australia in May?

In Canberra, the average daytime high in May is 16°C (61°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 4°C (39°F).

Does Australian Capital Territory, Australia get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Canberra averages just 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Australian Capital Territory, Australia.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Australian Capital Territory, Australia?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Canberra, May might be a good time to visit Australian Capital Territory, Australia.

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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