Average weather for Daintree in May
It's warm in May in Daintree with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 22°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Daintree with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 22°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 drop to around 28°C, with nights around 22°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 Daintree is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In May, there is an average of 72 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daintree in May |
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27°C | 22°C | |
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29°C | 28°C | |
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26°C | -5°C | |
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72 mm | 105 mm | |
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10 days | 14 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Daintree?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Daintree. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2016, Daintree reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 13°C to a highest value of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Daintree
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Daintree, 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 Daintree
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Daintree, 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 10 days of precipitation in Daintree.
Daily UV index in May in Daintree
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Daintree, 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 Daintree over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Daintree, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Daintree over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Daintree, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Daintree
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Daintree. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Daintree by month
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