Scarborough weather in May (Western Australia, Australia)

What should you pack for a trip to Scarborough in May? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

Expect perfect weather in Scarborough during May, which means high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 22°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 14°C.

Precipitation

Scarborough in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. You can typically expect 12 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

With around 208 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While July tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Scarborough, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 14°C  

Max Temperature 22°C  

Water Temperature 20°C *  

Chance of Rain 38%  

Precipitation 71 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 50% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 208 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Perth, Australia (19 KM, 11 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?

For visitors traveling to Scarborough, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 20°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.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Scarborough.

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