May sees cooler weather, with sunny days and occasional rain showers. Swimming and sunbathing are still possible, but the water may be cooler. Surfing remains consistent, while windsurfing and kitesurfing conditions are still favourable. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
May marks the beginning of the cooler months in Lennox Head, with significantly fewer visitors to Seven Mile Beach. The beach is generally quiet and uncrowded throughout the month, with no major public holidays or events attracting large crowds.
The average maximum temperature in Seven Mile Beach in May is 22°. The average maximum temperature is 25° in the previous month and 21° in the next month.
The average temperature in Seven Mile Beach in May is 17°. The average temperature ranges is 20° in the previous month and 15° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Seven Mile Beach in May is 12°. The minimum temperature is 15° in the previous month and 10° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Seven Mile Beach in May are 10.7 and there are 2.9 hours of sunshine per day on average during May making it not a particularly sunny month.
The ultraviolet index in Seven Mile Beach in May is typically 4.8 during May. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Seven Mile Beach in May is 23.5° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.
The average total rainfall in Seven Mile Beach in May is 9.4cm and on average there are 11 rainy days in May making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Seven Mile Beach in May is 16° which is comfortable for everyone. The dew point is 19° in the previous month and 14° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Seven Mile Beach in May is typically 97.2%. The maximum relative humidity is 96.5% in the previous month and 96.5% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Seven Mile Beach in May is typically 79.4%. The average relative humidity is 77.4% in the previous month and 76.6% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Seven Mile Beach in May is typically 20kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 22kmh in the previous month and 22kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Seven Mile Beach in May is typically 8kmh. The average wind speed is 10kmh in the previous month and 11kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Seven Mile Beach in May is from the West-Southwest.