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Rye Weather in May

In Rye, May brings moderate daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), with nights cooling to 13°C (55°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Rye in May

Historically, May sees about 11 days of rain, with a monthly average of 71 mm (2.8 in). Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Rye in May

In May, Rye gets moderate temperatures, with highs of 17°C (63°F). Nights cool to around 13°C (55°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With overnight lows of 13°C (55°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in Rye in May

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 140 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February, March and December typically offer the best weather for Rye.

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Rye Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C (63°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 71 mm (2.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 58% *  
SunshineSunshine 140 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 46% *  
* Data from: Melbourne, Australia (62 KM, 38 Miles).

Best Places in Australia in May

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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).

What to Wear in Rye in May

For Rye in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Rye in May

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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