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Rockhampton weather in May (Queensland, Australia)

Planning a trip to Rockhampton in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In Rockhampton, May is characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 27°C, while night temperatures can drop to 15°C.

Rockhampton in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 33 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 9 days.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Rockhampton. April, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January and February tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Rockhampton climate page with graphs.

 

Rockhampton, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 29%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 33 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 47%  

Where to go in Australia in May

Find out more about the weather in Australia in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Rockhampton in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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