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Weather in Katoomba for May 2026

Your guide to Katoomba weather in May - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Katoomba at the beginning of May is 18.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably cool down, reaching an average of 16.1 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • The climate of Katoomba in May is notably wet, with an average of 14 rainy days, and a total of 145.2 mm of precipitation.

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Average dry days
17
Dry days
Average rainy days
14
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
16°/5°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
9 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
81 %
Avg humidity

Katoomba Weather May

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April
June
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Patchy rain possible
13°
2
Patchy rain possible
15°
3
Sunny
18°
4
Overcast
20°
5
Partly cloudy
21°
6
Sunny
20°
7
Sunny
21°
8
Overcast
19°
9
Cloudy
17°
10
Overcast
17°
11
Moderate rain at times
14°
12
Moderate rain at times
19°
13
Patchy rain possible
17°
14
Patchy rain possible
20°
15
Patchy rain possible
16°
16
Patchy rain possible
17°
17
Overcast
19°
18
Overcast
10°
19
Patchy rain possible
10°
20
Patchy rain possible
14°
21
Heavy rain at times
12°
22
Moderate or heavy rain shower
14°
23
Moderate or heavy rain shower
17°
24
Overcast
15°
25
Overcast
18°
26
Patchy light rain
18°
27
Patchy rain possible
12°
28
Cloudy
15°
29
Patchy rain possible
16°
30
Sunny
17°
31
Mist
17°

Temperatures trend during May in Katoomba

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May weather in Katoomba day by day

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April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 13° /4° 0.5 mm 4
2 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 15° /4° 0.5 mm 5
3 May Sunny
Sunny
 18° /1° 0 mm 6
4 May Overcast
Overcast
 20° /5° 0 mm 6
5 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 21° /8° 0 mm 7
6 May Sunny
Sunny
 20° /7° 0 mm 7
7 May Sunny
Sunny
 21° /8° 0 mm 7
8 May Overcast
Overcast
 19° /6° 0 mm 5
9 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 17° /4° 0 mm 5
10 May Overcast
Overcast
 17° /6° 0.2 mm 5
11 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 14° /9° 6.6 mm 4
12 May Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 19° /9° 4.2 mm 5
13 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 17° /10° 0.9 mm 5
14 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 20° /9° 0.2 mm 6
15 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /9° 1.6 mm 5
16 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 17° /6° 14.8 mm 5
17 May Overcast
Overcast
 19° /5° 0 mm 5
18 May Overcast
Overcast
 10° /5° 0 mm 4
19 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 10° /5° 6.5 mm 4
20 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 14° /5° 3 mm 4
21 May Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 12° /7° 13.6 mm 4
22 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 14° /8° 58.1 mm 4
23 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 17° /6° 22.9 mm 5
24 May Overcast
Overcast
 15° /7° 0 mm 5
25 May Overcast
Overcast
 18° /2° 0 mm 5
26 May Patchy light rain
Patchy light rain
 18° /2° 2.7 mm 5
27 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 12° /3° 8.8 mm 4
28 May Cloudy
Cloudy
 15° /0° 0 mm 5
29 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /0° 0 mm 5
30 May Sunny
Sunny
 17° /2° 0 mm 6
31 May Mist
Mist
 17° /1° 0 mm 5
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Katoomba 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 Katoomba forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Katoomba in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Katoomba during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 16° and cooler nights around 5°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Katoomba during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 145.2 mm is expected in Katoomba during May, occurring over more than 14 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Katoomba during May?
The average wind speed in Katoomba during May is 9 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

May rainfall patterns in Katoomba

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UV exposure in Katoomba during May

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