New South Wales (Sydney)
May
Weather in New South Wales for May 2027
Your guide to New South Wales weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in New South Wales at the beginning of May is 19.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 18 °C by the end of May.
The climate of New South Wales in May is notably wet, with an average of 14 rainy days, and a total of 128.2 mm of precipitation.
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17
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14
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0
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19°/13°
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19 km/h
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70 %
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New South Wales Weather May
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What’s the Weather Like in New South Wales This May?
Discover the average temperatures and weather trends across New South Wales’s cities this May.
Temperatures trend during May in New South Wales
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May weather in New South Wales day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| 1 May |  Light rain shower | 19° /15° | 2.2 mm | 4.6 | |
| 2 May | Patchy rain possible | 20° /15° | 1.8 mm | 4.5 | |
| 3 May |  Light rain | 21° /15° | 3.6 mm | 4.4 | |
| 4 May | Light rain | 20° /14° | 3.2 mm | 4.4 | |
| 5 May | Light rain | 20° /14° | 7.2 mm | 4.3 | |
| 6 May | Light rain | 20° /14° | 3.5 mm | 4.2 | |
| 7 May | Patchy rain possible | 19° /13° | 2 mm | 4.2 | |
| 8 May | Light rain | 19° /13° | 4.7 mm | 4.1 | |
| 9 May | Light rain | 18° /14° | 5.2 mm | 4.1 | |
| 10 May | Light rain | 20° /14° | 3.1 mm | 4 | |
| 11 May |  Moderate rain | 19° /15° | 19.6 mm | 3.9 | |
| 12 May | Light rain | 19° /15° | 4.9 mm | 3.9 | |
| 13 May | Light rain | 20° /16° | 5.1 mm | 3.8 | |
| 14 May | Patchy rain possible | 20° /15° | 1.1 mm | 3.8 | |
| 15 May | Light rain | 19° /15° | 3.6 mm | 3.7 | |
| 16 May | Patchy rain possible | 20° /13° | 2.1 mm | 3.7 | |
| 17 May | Light rain | 19° /14° | 2.8 mm | 3.6 | |
| 18 May | Light rain | 17° /13° | 7.3 mm | 3.6 | |
| 19 May | Light rain | 17° /12° | 3.6 mm | 3.5 | |
| 20 May | Patchy rain possible | 18° /12° | 0.7 mm | 3.5 | |
| 21 May | Light rain | 18° /14° | 5.1 mm | 3.5 | |
| 22 May | Moderate rain | 18° /13° | 10.4 mm | 3.4 | |
| 23 May | Moderate rain | 18° /12° | 10 mm | 3.4 | |
| 24 May | Patchy rain possible | 19° /13° | 0.8 mm | 3.3 | |
| 25 May | Patchy rain possible | 18° /13° | 1.7 mm | 3.3 | |
| 26 May | Light rain | 19° /13° | 3.4 mm | 3.3 | |
| 27 May | Patchy rain possible | 18° /12° | 1.8 mm | 3.2 | |
| 28 May | Patchy rain possible | 18° /12° | 1.7 mm | 3.2 | |
| 29 May | Light rain | 18° /12° | 5.3 mm | 3.2 | |
| 30 May |  Sunny | 18° /12° | 0.6 mm | 3.1 | |
| 31 May | Sunny | 18° /13° | 0.1 mm | 3.1 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for New South Wales 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 New South Wales forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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New South Wales in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in New South Wales during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 19° and cooler nights around 13°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in New South Wales during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 128.2 mm is expected in New South Wales during May, occurring over more than 14 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in New South Wales during May?
The average wind speed in New South Wales during May is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
New South Wales water temperatures in May
The average water temperature of the Pacific Ocean near New South Wales in May is 20.7 °C. At the beginning of May temperatures are around 21.3 °C; by the end of the month they get cooler and reach 20.2 °C.
- What is the water temperature in New South Wales in May?
- The average water temperature in New South Wales in May is 20.7 °C.
- Can you swim in New South Wales in May?
- Refreshing and invigorating. Expect to feel chilled after 10–20 minutes; a shorty wetsuit extends water time, especially at dawn.
May rainfall patterns in New South Wales
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Typically, New South Wales has 14 rainy days in May with a total of 128.2 mm of rainfall.
UV exposure in New South Wales during May
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Counties in New South Wales
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Armidale RegionalBathurst RegionalBlue Mountains MunicipalityBourkeBroken Hill MunicipalityByron ShireCampbelltown MunicipalityCentral CoastCessnockCity of SydneyClarence ValleyCoffs HarbourEurobodallaFairfieldGoulburn MulwareeGriffithHilltopsHornsby ShireInverellKiamaKu-ring-gaiLismore MunicipalityMaitland MunicipalityMid-CoastMid-Western RegionalMurray RiverMuswellbrookNewcastleNorthern BeachesOrange MunicipalityParkesParramattaPort Macquarie-HastingsRichmond ValleySnowy Monaro RegionalTamworth MunicipalityWestern Plains RegionalWingecarribeeWollongong
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