Sydney weather in May (Nova Scotia, Canada)

Curious about the May weather in Sydney? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Sydney generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 12°C, while nights can cool down to about 4°C.

Sydney in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 90 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Typically around 13 days of rainfall is expected.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Sydney, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 12°C  

Chance of Rain 44%  

Precipitation 90 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Where to go in Canada in May

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Barbeque

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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