Temperature in Australian Capital Territory in May

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Australian Capital Territory, Australia this May.

Australian Capital Territory, Australia, a region in Australia, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 16°C (61°F) in Canberra to 33°C (91°F) in Purnululu National Park. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Purnululu National Park and 4°C (39°F) in Canberra.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Australian Capital Territory, Australia in May?

Curious about the May temperatures in the prime spots of Australian Capital Territory? Navigate the map below and tap on a destination dot for more detailed stats.

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Best Places to Visit in Australian Capital Territory in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Australian Capital Territory temperatures in May: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Australian Capital Territory, Australia in May?

Expect daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) in Canberra. That makes May a moderate month for Australian Capital Territory, Australia.

How cold does it get at night in Australian Capital Territory, Australia in May?

Canberra sees nighttime lows close to 4°C (39°F) in May.

What is the warmest city in May in Australian Capital Territory, Australia?

Based on our systematic data collection, Purnululu National Park has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 33°C (91°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 18°C (64°F).

What is the coldest city in May in Australian Capital Territory, Australia?

When looking through our records, we find that Canberra stands out as the coolest city in Australian Capital Territory, Australia for the month of May. Daytime highs average 16°C (61°F) and it cools down to about 4°C (39°F) at night.

How much sun does Australian Capital Territory, Australia get in May?

Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 167 hours of sunlight expected in Canberra. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

What is the water temperature in May?

The water temperature averages approximately 24°C (75°F) in Carnarvon this month, good for swimming and cooling off.

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