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South Australia temperatures in May

South Australia is a region in Australia. May in has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from moderate in Mount Gambier with 17°C to high temperatures in Coober Pedy with 23°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C in Coober Pedy and 10°C in Mount Gambier.

What is the temperature of the different cities in South Australia in May?

To get a sense of May's typical temperatures in the key spots of South Australia, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

  • What is the warmest city in May in South Australia?
  • From a thorough analysis of our records, Coober Pedy clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 23°C, and evenings that remain near 10°C.

  • What is the coldest city in May in South Australia?
  • Our database indicates that in May, Mount Gambier is the city with the coolest temperatures in South Australia. You can expect daytime highs of 17°C and nighttime lows close to 10°C.

  • How much sun does South Australia get in May?
  • Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 166 hours of sunlight expected in Adelaide. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

  • What is the water's temperature in May?
  • The water temperature averages approximately 21°C in Adelaide this month, a rehreshing temperature for swimming and cooling off.

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