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AustraliaThe weather in May in Katherine
It's hot in May in Katherine with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 21°C.
May is a good month to be in Katherine for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and 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 Katherine, 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 37°C in 2016, Katherine 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 8°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 3,9 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Katherine
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Katherine. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Katherine | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 33°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 35°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 16°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 3,9 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Katherine with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 19°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 33°C, with nights around 18°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Katherine is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Katherine, Australia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Katherine
Temperature in May in Katherine over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Katherine, 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 Katherine
Total precipitation in May in Katherine over the years
Daily UV index in May in Katherine
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Katherine, 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 Katherine by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Katherine. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.