AustraliaAverage weather for Canberra in May
It's pleasantly warm in May in Canberra with an average temperature of 21°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 24°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 10°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Canberra with warm temps, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights around 9°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 22°C, with nights around 8°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Canberra is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 8°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 40 mm of precipitation, spread over 1 day. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Canberra in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
21°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
24°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
17°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
40 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
1 day | 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 Canberra?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Canberra. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2017, Canberra reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 15°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 2°C to a highest value of 19°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Canberra
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Canberra, 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 Canberra
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Canberra, 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 1 day of precipitation in Canberra.
Daily UV index in May in Canberra
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Canberra, 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 Canberra over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Canberra, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Canberra over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Canberra, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Canberra
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Average weather in Canberra by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Canberra. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
