AustraliaAverage weather for Brisbane in May
It's warm in May in Brisbane with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 17°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Brisbane with warm temps, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights around 16°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 24°C, with nights around 15°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Brisbane is around 24°C, while nighttime temps are about 14°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
In May, there is an average of 72 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Brisbane in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
24°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
26°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
23°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
72 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
6 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Brisbane?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Brisbane. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 30°C in 2015, Brisbane reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 15°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 4°C to a highest value of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Brisbane
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Brisbane, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Brisbane
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Brisbane, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 6 days of precipitation in Brisbane.
Daily UV index in May in Brisbane
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Brisbane, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Brisbane over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Brisbane, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Brisbane over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Brisbane, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Brisbane
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Brisbane. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Brisbane by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Brisbane. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
