Australia (Tasmania) · May
Low seasonAustralia · Oceania
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 23° | 22° | 21° | 18° | 16° | 13° | 13° | 14° | 16° | 18° | 19° | 21° |
MINMIN | 13° | 13° | 12° | 10° | 8° | 6° | 6° | 6° | 7° | 8° | 10° | 12° |
☀️Sunshine | 8h UV 8 | 7h UV 8 | 5h UV 6 | 3h UV 4 | 2h UV 3 | 2h UV 2 | 2h UV 2 | 3h UV 4 | 5h UV 5 | 6h UV 7 | 6h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 |
🌊Water Temp | 18° | 18° | 17° | 15° | 13° | 12° | 11° | 11° | 12° | 13° | 15° | 16° |
🌧Rain Days | 3d33mm | 4d28mm | 4d30mm | 4d32mm | 5d41mm | 4d40mm | 4d36mm | 6d50mm | 6d50mm | 6d50mm | 6d43mm | 5d46mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Post-season — prices falling after the travel period, beaches and attractions quieter.
May in Australia (Tasmania) is on the cool side — with highs around 15°C it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 15°C, cooling to 7°C at night (daily average: 11°C). With 2 sunshine hours per day and 5 rain days (41 mm), this is one of the cloudier months. At 13°C, the water is still quite cool in May — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Packing list for Australia (Tasmania) in May
- Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
- Leichte Jacke
- Pullover oder Fleece
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Australia (Tasmania)?
- May is not an optimal month for Australia (Tasmania) (Score: 38/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider January, February, March, April, October, November, and December.
- How warm is it in Australia (Tasmania) in May?
- In May, Australia (Tasmania) sees daily highs of 15°C. Nights cool to 7°C, with a daily average of 11°C.
- How much rain falls in Australia (Tasmania) in May?
- In May, Australia (Tasmania) receives an average of 41 mm of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Australia (Tasmania) get in May?
- Australia (Tasmania) averages 2 sunshine hours per day in May — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Australia (Tasmania) in May?
- Water temperature in Australia (Tasmania) in May averages 13°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
