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Visiting Adelaide, 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 19°C (66°F) which is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The sunshine percentage is 46.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.8 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Adelaide.

May has total rainfall of 13.8cm (5.4inches) making it often dry with only moderate showers. There are only 13.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the many clear days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 16°C (60°F). May is too cold for swimming in Adelaide for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in May is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into June.

Consider visiting Adelaide 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 Adelaide in May?

No, May is not a good time for sunbathing in Adelaide.

May has average maximum temperatures of 19°C (66°F) which is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The sunshine percentage is 46.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.8 hours of sunshine per day. May has total rainfall of 13.8cm (5.4inches) making it often dry with only moderate showers. There are only 13.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the many clear days.

More about May temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Adelaide in May?

No, May is too cold for swimming in Adelaide for any length of time, with the sea water at 16°C (60°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about May sea temperatures.

Is May a good time to holiday in Adelaide?

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

May has average maximum temperatures of 19°C (66°F) which is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The sunshine percentage is 46.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.8 hours of sunshine per day. May has total rainfall of 13.8cm (5.4inches) making it often dry with only moderate showers. There are only 13.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the many clear days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Adelaide. Sea temperatures are a cold 16°C (60°F). May is too cold for swimming in Adelaide for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the May temperatures and sunshine.

Is Adelaide warm in May?

Yes, Adelaide is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days in May.

The average maximum temperature in Adelaide in May is 19°C (66°F). The average maximum temperature is 23°C (73°) in the previous month and 16°C (60°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Adelaide in May is 14°C (57°F). The average temperature is 17°C (63°F) in the previous month and 12°C (53°F) in the next month.

More info about the May temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Adelaide in May?

The average day light hours per day in Adelaide in May are 10.2. The sunshine percentage is 46.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.8 hours of sunshine per day.

More about May sunshine.

Temperature in Adelaide in May

The weather in May is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into June. The average maximum temperature in Adelaide in May is 19°C (66°F). The average maximum temperature is 23°C (73°F) in the previous month and 16°C (60°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Adelaide in May is 14°C (57°F). The average temperature is 17°C (63°F) in the previous month and 12°C (53°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Adelaide in May is 10°C (50°F). The minimum temperature is 12°C (54°F) in the previous month and 8°C (46°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Adelaide in May

The days in May are slightly shorter than the previous month and days continue to get marginally shorter into June. May has far fewer hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to drop into June. During May the average day light hours are 10.2 per day in Adelaide. The sunshine percentage is 46.5% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.8 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Adelaide in May is typically 3.3 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 Adelaide in May

The average sea water temperature in Adelaide in May is 15.8°C (60.4°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. The sea temperature in May is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into June.

Rainfall in Adelaide in May

May weather is much wetter than the previous month and rainfall continues to rise slightly into June. May has a few more days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to rise slightly into June. The average total rainfall in Adelaide in May is 13.8cm (5.4inches) and on average there are 13.5 rainy days in May making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Adelaide in May

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Adelaide in May is 11°C (53°F) which is very comfortable. The dew point is 13°C (55°F) in the previous month and 10°C (10°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Adelaide in May is typically 90.3%. The maximum relative humidity is 83.6% in the previous month and 93.5% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Adelaide in May is typically 69.9%. The average relative humidity is 60.5% in the previous month and 75.4% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Adelaide in May

The average maximum wind speed in Adelaide in May is typically 26KM/H (16MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 27KM/H (17MPH) in the previous month and 28KM/H (17MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Adelaide in May is typically 14KM/H (9MPH). The average wind speed is 14KM/H (9MPH) in the previous month and 15KM/H (9MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Adelaide in May is from the North-Northeast.

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