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Queensland Weather in May

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

Considering a trip to Queensland, Australia this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Queensland in May

Queensland, Australia is a region in Australia. Queensland, Australia offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In May, one might encounter temperatures that range from pleasant to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Stanthorpe at 20°C (68°F) to very warm in Weipa at 32°C (90°F). At night it cools down to 23°C (73°F) in Weipa and 7°C (45°F) in Stanthorpe.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Mount Isa with an average of 7.2 mm (0.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Innisfail with 164 mm (6.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Gold Coast enjoys about 201 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Queensland by month

Best Places to Visit in Queensland in May

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

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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 Queensland

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

Temperature range in Queensland (May)

Precipitation variation in Queensland (May)

Gold Coast

In May Gold Coast generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
201 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Brisbane

In May Brisbane generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
239 hours
199 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Noosa Heads

In May Noosa Heads generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Cairns

In May Cairns generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
210 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Port Douglas

In May Port Douglas 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.

May
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)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
210 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
162 mm (6.4 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Queensland in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cairns 25°C (77°F) 21°C (70°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Gold Coast 23°C (73°F) 17°C (63°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Brisbane 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Noosa Heads 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Port Douglas 26°C (79°F) 21°C (70°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Mooloolaba 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 101 mm (4 in)

Queensland weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Queensland, Australia in May?

May in Queensland, Australia brings perfect weather. In Gold Coast, daytime temperatures are typically around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows hover near 17°C (63°F).

What is the average temperature in Queensland, Australia in May?

Average temperatures in Queensland, Australia during May range from a nighttime low near 17°C (63°F) to a daytime high around 23°C (73°F) in Gold Coast.

Does Queensland, Australia get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Gold Coast averages just 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Queensland, Australia.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Queensland, Australia?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Queensland, Australia. Typically, the climate in Gold Coast is perfect.

On average, the best time to visit Queensland, Australia is in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November with generally perfect weather in Gold Coast.

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