May Rainfall and Precipitation in The Blue Mountains
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in the Blue Mountains, Australia in May.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in May: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
The Blue Mountains precipitation in May: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does the Blue Mountains, Australia receive in May?
Katoomba sees moderate rainfall in May, averaging around 52 mm (2 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.
How many days does it rain in the Blue Mountains, Australia in May?
Expect around 12 days rainy days in Katoomba during May.
Is May part of the rainy season in the Blue Mountains, Australia?
May is generally a drier month for the Blue Mountains, Australia, falling outside the main rainy season.
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