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Victoria Weather in May

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

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Planning a getaway to Victoria, 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 Victoria in May

Victoria, Australia is a region in Australia. May in Victoria generally has temperatures that range from cold to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Dinner Plain at 12°C (54°F) to pleasant in Mildura at 20°C (68°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Mildura and 2°C (36°F) in Dinner Plain.

For specific regional insights in Victoria, Australia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Mildura with an average of 20 mm (0.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Marysville with 97 mm (3.8 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Melbourne gets around 140 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Victoria by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Victoria - and find the best time to visit. (based on Melbourne)

January26°C (79°F) February26°C (79°F) March24°C (75°F) April21°C (70°F) May17°C (63°F) June15°C (59°F) This monthJuly14°C (57°F) August15°C (59°F) September17°C (63°F) October20°C (68°F) November22°C (72°F) December24°C (75°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Victoria in May

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

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 Victoria

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

Temperature range in Victoria (May)

Precipitation variation in Victoria (May)

Melbourne

In May Melbourne generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
140 hours
123 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
excellent
good
good
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Daylesford

In May Daylesford generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
mixed
Climate in Daylesford →

Bendigo

In May Bendigo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
excellent
good
good
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Warrnambool

In May Warrnambool generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
excellent
good
good
Climate in Warrnambool →

Ballarat

In May Ballarat generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
mixed
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Victoria, in Australia.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Melbourne 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Daylesford 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Bendigo 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Warrnambool 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Ballarat 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Hepburn Springs 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)

Victoria weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Victoria, Australia typically experiences good weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Melbourne average around 17°C (63°F), and temperatures drop to about 9°C (48°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Victoria, Australia during May range from a nighttime low near 9°C (48°F) to a daytime high around 17°C (63°F) in Melbourne.

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

Not particularly. Melbourne averages just 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Victoria, Australia.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Victoria, Australia?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Victoria, Australia due to the typically good weather in Melbourne.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, October, November and December offering mostly excellent weather in Melbourne. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, August and September tend to be good.

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