Cape Tribulation

Daintree Rainforest Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Daintree Rainforest, Australia in May.

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Cape Tribulation Daintree Village Cow Bay Diwan

Planning a getaway to the Daintree Rainforest, Australia this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Daintree Rainforest in May

The Daintree Rainforest, Australia is a region in Australia. May in the Daintree Rainforest generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Cape Tribulation.

To explore the conditions in the Daintree Rainforest, Australia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Daintree Village with an average of 66 mm (2.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Cape Tribulation with 82 mm (3.2 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Cape Tribulation sees close to 233 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in the Daintree Rainforest in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Daintree Rainforest.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 the Daintree Rainforest

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in the Daintree Rainforest, Australia?

Temperature range in the Daintree Rainforest (May)

Precipitation variation in the Daintree Rainforest (May)

Cape Tribulation

In May Cape Tribulation generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
196 hours
233 hours
242 hours
Monthly rainfall
175 mm (6.9 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Cape Tribulation →

Daintree Village

In May Daintree Village generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
142 mm (5.6 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Daintree Village →

Cow Bay

In May Cow Bay generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
169 mm (6.7 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Cow Bay →

Diwan

In May Diwan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
165 mm (6.5 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Diwan →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Daintree Rainforest, in Australia.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Daintree Rainforest in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cape Tribulation 26°C (79°F) 22°C (72°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Daintree Village 26°C (79°F) 20°C (68°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Cow Bay 26°C (79°F) 21°C (70°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Diwan 26°C (79°F) 21°C (70°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)

The Daintree Rainforest weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Daintree Rainforest, Australia in May?

Expect perfect weather across the Daintree Rainforest, Australia in May. The popular destination of Cape Tribulation averages 26°C (79°F) by day and 22°C (72°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Daintree Rainforest, Australia in May?

In Cape Tribulation, the average daytime high in May is 26°C (79°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 22°C (72°F).

Does the Daintree Rainforest, Australia get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in the Daintree Rainforest, Australia. Cape Tribulation averages only about 82 mm (3.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Daintree Rainforest, Australia?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit the Daintree Rainforest, Australia with overall perfect weather in Cape Tribulation. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Cape Tribulation. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and March tend to be poor.

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