AustraliaThe weather in May in Port Douglas
It's warm in May in Port Douglas with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 23°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Port Douglas. 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 Port Douglas, 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 31°C in 2016, Port Douglas reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 21°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Port Douglas is 28°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 71 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Port Douglas
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Port Douglas. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Port Douglas | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 28°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 21°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 71 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 10 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Port Douglas with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 23°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 28°C, with nights around 23°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 Port Douglas is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 22°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 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 Port Douglas, Australia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Port Douglas
Temperature in May in Port Douglas over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Port Douglas, 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 Port Douglas
Total precipitation in May in Port Douglas over the years
Daily UV index in May in Port Douglas
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Port Douglas, 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 Port Douglas by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Port Douglas. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.