Canberra
May
Weather in Canberra for May 2026
Your guide to Canberra weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Canberra at the beginning of May is 15.6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 14.1 °C by the end of May.
Canberra experiences moderate rainfall in May, with an average of 10 rainy days and a total precipitation of 65.3 mm.
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21
Dry days
10
Rainy days
0
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14°/4°
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14 km/h
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75 %
Avg humidity
Canberra Weather May
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Temperatures trend during May in Canberra
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May weather in Canberra day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| 1 May |  Patchy rain possible | 16° /4° | 0.3 mm | 5 | |
| 2 May | Patchy rain possible | 16° /4° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
| 3 May |  Moderate rain at times | 15° /4° | 0.5 mm | 5 | |
| 4 May |  Partly cloudy | 17° /3° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 5 May |  Overcast | 16° /4° | 5.2 mm | 4 | |
| 6 May |  Cloudy | 16° /4° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
| 7 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 13° /5° | 7.9 mm | 4 | |
| 8 May | Partly cloudy | 14° /3° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 9 May | Partly cloudy | 15° /3° | 0.2 mm | 5 | |
| 10 May |  Sunny | 16° /4° | 4.7 mm | 5 | |
| 11 May | Cloudy | 16° /5° | 14.5 mm | 4 | |
| 12 May | Sunny | 17° /7° | 3.5 mm | 5 | |
| 13 May | Overcast | 17° /7° | 0.3 mm | 5 | |
| 14 May | Cloudy | 17° /6° | 0.7 mm | 5 | |
| 15 May | Sunny | 16° /5° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 16 May | Sunny | 17° /4° | 0.2 mm | 5 | |
| 17 May | Sunny | 16° /3° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 18 May | Partly cloudy | 11° /2° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 19 May | Partly cloudy | 12° /0° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 20 May | Overcast | 13° /1° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 21 May | Overcast | 13° /3° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 22 May | Partly cloudy | 13° /3° | 9.5 mm | 4 | |
| 23 May | Sunny | 15° /4° | 8 mm | 5 | |
| 24 May | Sunny | 13° /2° | 0.3 mm | 4 | |
| 25 May | Cloudy | 14° /3° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 26 May | Moderate rain at times | 13° /2° | 4.5 mm | 4 | |
| 27 May | Sunny | 12° /1° | 1 mm | 5 | |
| 28 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /0° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 29 May | Sunny | 15° /3° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 30 May | Partly cloudy | 16° /3° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
| 31 May | Overcast | 15° /4° | 3.4 mm | 4 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Canberra in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Canberra forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Canberra in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Canberra during May?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 14° and colder nights, dipping below 4°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Canberra during May?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Canberra during May, with a total of 65.3 mm spread over approximately 10 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
What are the typical wind conditions in Canberra during May?
The average wind speed in Canberra during May is 14 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in Canberra
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