AustraliaThe weather in May in Port Hedland
It's hot in May in Port Hedland with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 22°C.
May is a good month to be in Port Hedland 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 Port Hedland, 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, Port Hedland reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Port Hedland is 31°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 43 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Port Hedland
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Port Hedland. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Port Hedland | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 34°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 17°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 43 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 7 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Port Hedland with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 21°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 33°C, with nights around 19°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 Port Hedland is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°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 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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Port Hedland, 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 Hedland
Temperature in May in Port Hedland over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Port Hedland, 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 Hedland
Total precipitation in May in Port Hedland over the years
Daily UV index in May in Port Hedland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Port Hedland, 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 Hedland by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Port Hedland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.