AustraliaThe weather in May in Sunshine Coast
It's warm in May in Sunshine Coast with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 18°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Sunshine Coast. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of 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 Sunshine 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 30°C in 2015, Sunshine Coast reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 13°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 5°C to a highest value of 22°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 163 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Sunshine Coast
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sunshine Coast. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Sunshine Coast | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 25°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 27°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 10°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 163 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 17 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Sunshine Coast with warm temps, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights around 17°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 25°C, with nights around 14°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Sunshine Coast is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 13°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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 Sunshine 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 Sunshine Coast
Temperature in May in Sunshine Coast over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Sunshine 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 Sunshine Coast
Total precipitation in May in Sunshine Coast over the years
Daily UV index in May in Sunshine Coast
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Sunshine 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 Sunshine Coast by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sunshine Coast. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.