Temperature in Northern Territory in May

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

Northern Territory, Australia, a region in Australia, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 24°C (75°F) in Alice Springs to 34°C (93°F) in Marrakai. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Marrakai and 10°C (50°F) in Alice Springs.

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

Find the average daytime temperatures in May for the most popular destinations in Northern Territory on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Best Places to Visit in Northern 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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Northern Territory temperatures in May: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Northern Territory, Australia in May?

Average daytime highs in Northern Territory, Australia during May reach about 33°C (91°F) in Darwin.

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

Darwin sees nighttime lows close to 23°C (73°F) in May.

What is the warmest city in May in Northern Territory, Australia?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Marrakai clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 34°C (93°F), and evenings that remain near 21°C (70°F).

What is the coldest city in May in Northern Territory, Australia?

In our database, Alice Springs is the chilliest city in May in Northern Territory, Australia. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 24°C (75°F), while the nighttime lows hover around 10°C (50°F).

How much sun does Northern Territory, Australia get in May?

The weather is predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 295 hours of sunshine in Darwin. This means many sunny days, which creates a cheerful atmosphere during this month.

What is the water temperature in May?

The water temperature averages approximately 27°C (81°F) in Darwin this month, a perfect temperature for swimming and cooling off.

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