May Rainfall and Precipitation in New South Wales
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in New South Wales, 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.
New South Wales precipitation in May: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does New South Wales, Australia receive in May?
Sydney stays mostly dry in May, with average rainfall close to 79 mm (3.1 in).
How many days does it rain in New South Wales, Australia in May?
Expect around 11 days rainy days in Sydney during May.
Is May part of the rainy season in New South Wales, Australia?
Not really. May is outside the wettest stretch of the year in New South Wales, Australia.
What is the wettest city in May in New South Wales, Australia?
Based on our records, Byron Bay receives the most rainfall in New South Wales, Australia in May, averaging about 118 mm (4.6 in).
What is the driest city in May in New South Wales, Australia?
Based on our database, Broken Hill sees the least rainfall in New South Wales, Australia in May, with around 15 mm (0.6 in) on average.
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