Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
Canberra's weather in May involves a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down slightly from April's enjoyable 18.4°C (65.1°F) to a still refreshing 14.2°C (57.6°F). Throughout May, Canberra experiences a low-temperature average of 3.8°C (38.8°F).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Canberra is 79%.Rainfall
May is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.6 days and accumulates 20mm (0.79") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Canberra, snow does not fall in January through May, November and December.Daylight
In Canberra, the average length of the day in May is 10h and 17min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of May, in Canberra, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:59 pm AEST.
Sunshine
In Canberra, the average sunshine in May is 8.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
Frequently asked questions
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When it does not snow in Canberra?
Does it snow in Canberra in May?
How many hours of daylight does Canberra have in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Canberra?
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What is the UV index reading in May in Canberra?
Average temperature in May
Canberra, Australia
- Average high temperature in May: 14.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 3.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (1.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Canberra, Australia
- Average pressure in May: 1020.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1021.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.4mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Canberra, Australia
- Average wind speed in May: 8.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (10.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (8km/h).
Average humidity in May
Canberra, Australia
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (63%).
Average rainfall in May
Canberra, Australia
- Average rainfall in May: 20mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (20mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Canberra, Australia
- Average rainfall days in May: 7.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Canberra, Australia
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is September (11mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Canberra, Australia
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Canberra, Australia
- Average daylight in May: 10h and 2min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Canberra, Australia
- Average sunshine days in May: 21.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (13.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Canberra, Australia
- Average UV index in May: 3
The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Canberra, Australia
- Average cloud cover in May: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Canberra, Australia
- Average visibility in May: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August and September (7km).
Canberra, Australia
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