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Yorkeys Knob Weather in May

In Yorkeys Knob, May brings high daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), with nights cooling to 21°C (70°F). Some rainfall is to be expected.

Rainfall in Yorkeys Knob in May

Rain is expected on roughly 9 days, totalling around 55 mm (2.2 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Yorkeys Knob in May

The perfect temperature in Yorkeys Knob in May makes it a solid month to visit, with 26°C (79°F) during the day and 21°C (70°F) at night. Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. Nights are mild at around 21°C (70°F), which is comfortable for most people.

Sunshine in Yorkeys Knob in May

With approximately 210 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

Average water temperature in May

With water at 24°C (75°F), you can expect warm, pleasant conditions for any water activity. There's no adjustment period — it feels comfortable straight away.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit.

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Yorkeys Knob Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C (70°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C (79°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 24°C (75°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 28%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 55 mm (2.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
SunshineSunshine 210 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Cairns, Australia (8 KM, 5 Miles).

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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 Yorkeys Knob in May

Warm but pleasant conditions in Yorkeys Knob in May. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Expect water temperatures of around 24°C (75°F), which is ideal for taking a refreshing dip. Bring swimwear and consider packing a towel for drying off. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Yorkeys Knob in May

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
8/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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