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Ross River weather in May (Queensland, Australia)

Will it be warm or cold in Ross River this May? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

The weather in Ross River is usually perfect in May, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 28°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 18°C.

Precipitation

Ross River in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 32 mm for the month. Typically around 7 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 226 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. May, June, July, August, September and October generally stand out with 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 Ross River climate page with graphs.

 

Ross River, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 24°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 24%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 32 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 226 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Townsville, Australia (7 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in Australia in May

Find out more about the weather in Australia and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

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. With a water temperature of around 24°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

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

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