Weather in Sydney, Australia in May

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Visiting Sydney, Australia in May

The weather in May is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into June. May has average maximum temperatures of 20°C (68°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 80.8% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.4hrs making the days long and bright. It is a good time for sunbathing in Sydney.

May has total rainfall of 8.2cm (3.2inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 11.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a warm 22°C (72°F). May is a good month for swimming in Sydney with comfortable temperatures for most people. The sea temperature in May is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into June.

Consider visiting Sydney in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.

Can you sunbathe in Sydney in May?

Yes, May is a good time for sunbathing in Sydney.

May has average maximum temperatures of 20°C (68°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 80.8% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.4hrs making the days long and bright. May has total rainfall of 8.2cm (3.2inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 11.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

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Can you swim in Sydney in May?

Yes, May is a good month for swimming in Sydney with warm sea temperatures 22°C (72°F).

More about May sea temperatures.

Is May a good time to holiday in Sydney?

Yes, May is a good time for a holiday in Sydney.

May has average maximum temperatures of 20°C (68°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 80.8% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.4hrs making the days long and bright. May has total rainfall of 8.2cm (3.2inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 11.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. It is a good time for sunbathing in Sydney. Sea temperatures are a warm 22°C (72°F). May is a good month for swimming in Sydney with comfortable temperatures for most people.

More about the May temperatures and sunshine.

Is Sydney warm in May?

Yes, Sydney is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days in May.

The average maximum temperature in Sydney in May is 20°C (68°F). The average maximum temperature is 23°C (73°) in the previous month and 18°C (64°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Sydney in May is 16°C (60°F). The average temperature is 19°C (66°F) in the previous month and 14°C (57°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Sydney in May?

The average day light hours per day in Sydney in May are 10.4. The sunshine percentage is 80.8% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.4hrs making the days long and bright.

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Temperature in Sydney in May

The weather in May is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into June. The average maximum temperature in Sydney in May is 20°C (68°F). The average maximum temperature is 23°C (73°F) in the previous month and 18°C (64°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Sydney in May is 16°C (60°F). The average temperature is 19°C (66°F) in the previous month and 14°C (57°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Sydney in May is 12°C (53°F). The minimum temperature is 15°C (58°F) in the previous month and 10°C (50°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Sydney in May

The days in May are slightly shorter than the previous month and days continue to get marginally shorter into June. May has less hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to drop slightly into June. During May the average day light hours are 10.4 per day in Sydney. The sunshine percentage is 80.8% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.4hrs making the days long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Sydney in May is typically 3.5 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.

Sea Temperature in Sydney in May

The average sea water temperature in Sydney in May is 22.2°C (72.0°F) which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. The sea temperature in May is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into June.

Rainfall in Sydney in May

May weather is noticeably drier than the previous month. May has fewer days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Sydney in May is 8.2cm (3.2inches) and on average there are 11.9 rainy days in May making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Sydney in May

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Sydney in May is 13°C (55°F) which is very comfortable. The dew point is 15°C (60°F) in the previous month and 11°C (11°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Sydney in May is typically 87%. The maximum relative humidity is 88.8% in the previous month and 87.7% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Sydney in May is typically 67.5%. The average relative humidity is 69.3% in the previous month and 69.6% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Sydney in May

The average maximum wind speed in Sydney in May is typically 29KM/H (18MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 30KM/H (19MPH) in the previous month and 31KM/H (19MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Sydney in May is typically 17KM/H (11MPH). The average wind speed is 17KM/H (10MPH) in the previous month and 18KM/H (11MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Sydney in May is from the West-Northwest.

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