AustraliaThe weather in May in Gold Coast
It's warm in May in Gold Coast with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 25°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 17°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Gold Coast. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Gold Coast, Australia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 27°C in 2021, Gold Coast 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 5°C to a highest value of 22°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Gold Coast is 26°C this month. Lovely temperature for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 71 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Gold Coast
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Gold Coast. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Gold Coast | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 24°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 25°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 13°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 71 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 11 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Gold Coast with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 16°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 24°C, with nights around 16°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Gold Coast is around 24°C, while nighttime temps are about 14°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Gold Coast, Australia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Gold Coast
Temperature in May in Gold Coast over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Gold Coast, Australia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Gold Coast
Total precipitation in May in Gold Coast over the years
Daily UV index in May in Gold Coast
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Gold Coast, 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.
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Average weather in Gold Coast by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Gold Coast. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.