Australia (Sydney) · May
Low seasonAustralia · Oceania
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 28° (82°)21– (70–)39 (102) | 27° (81°)21– (70–)35 (95) | 26° (79°)20– (68–)33 (91) | 24° (75°)18– (64–)29 (84) | 21° (70°)15– (59–)26 (79) | 18° (64°)13– (55–)22 (72) | 18° (64°)13– (55–)24 (75) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)26 (79) | 22° (72°)14– (57–)31 (88) | 24° (75°)16– (61–)34 (93) | 25° (77°)17– (63–)35 (95) | 27° (81°)19– (66–)35 (95) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 21° (70°)16– (61–)24 (75) | 21° (70°)16– (61–)23 (73) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)22 (72) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)20 (68) | 12° (54°)7– (45–)17 (63) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)15 (59) | 10° (50°)5– (41–)14 (57) | 10° (50°)6– (43–)15 (59) | 13° (55°)7– (45–)17 (63) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)19 (66) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)21 (70) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)22 (72) |
☀️Sunshine | 7h | 7h | 6h | 6h | 6h | 5h | 6h | 7h | 8h | 7h | 8h | 8h |
🌊Water Temp | 23° (73°) | 24° (75°) | 24° (75°) | 23° (73°) | 21° (70°) | 20° (68°) | 19° (66°) | 19° (66°) | 19° (66°) | 20° (68°) | 21° (70°) | 22° (72°) |
🌧Rain Days | 7d65mm (2.6") | 7d117mm (4.6") | 9d110mm (4.3") | 7d99mm (3.9") | 5d61mm (2.4") | 8d121mm (4.8") | 6d70mm (2.7") | 4d51mm (2.0") | 4d45mm (1.8") | 6d53mm (2.1") | 7d70mm (2.8") | 6d56mm (2.2") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
May in Australia (Sydney) at 21°C (70°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are January, February, November, and December.
Daytime highs average 21°C (70°F), cooling to 12°C (54°F) at night (daily average: 17°C (63°F)). Peaks reach around 26°C (79°F), the coldest nights around 7°C (45°F). With 6 sunshine hours per day and 5 rain days (61 mm (2.4 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. The sea is 21°C (70°F) — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Autumn: golden light over the harbour, ideal temperatures for the coastal walk from Bondi to Coogee. No high-season prices, but everything open.
Packing list for Australia (Sydney) in May
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Swimwear (the water is still a little fresh)
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Australia (Sydney)?
- May is not an optimal month for Australia (Sydney) (Score: 64/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider January, February, November, and December.
- How warm is it in Australia (Sydney) in May?
- In May, Australia (Sydney) sees daily highs of 21°C (70°F). Nights cool to 12°C (54°F), with a daily average of 17°C (63°F). Peaks reach around 26°C (79°F), the coldest nights around 7°C (45°F).
- How much rain falls in Australia (Sydney) in May?
- In May, Australia (Sydney) receives an average of 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain over 5 rain days. The rain falls on few days, but heavily.
- How many sunshine hours does Australia (Sydney) get in May?
- Australia (Sydney) averages 6 sunshine hours per day in May — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Australia (Sydney) in May?
- Water temperature in Australia (Sydney) in May averages 21°C (70°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
