May weather forecast
Hobart, Australia

Hobart city, Australia viewed from Bellerive, with a large water body and mountains in the distance
Hobart city, Australia viewed from Bellerive, with a large water body and mountains in the distance

May

Weather in May

May is the onset of noticeably colder weather in Hobart. Showcasing a damp climatic scenario, May has a relative humidity high of 80% coupled with the average of 30mm (1.18") rainfall. Despite the shorter days with only 9.7 hours of daylight, the sunshine hours are reasonably good averaging 6 hours a day. As temperatures dip, the sea becomes less hospitable with the average sea temperature falling to 14.5°C (58.1°F). Nevertheless, this month reports an increase in wind speed, averaging 13.1km/h (8.1mph).

Temperature

The commencement of May brings an average high-temperature of a still moderate 13.1°C (55.6°F), marking an inconsequential divergence from April. Hobart's nighttime temperature during May is consistently averaged at a chilly 7°C (44.6°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Hobart is 80%.

Rainfall

In Hobart, in May, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hobart, Australia, there are 163.7 rainfall days, and 356mm (14.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Hobart, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.

Sea temperature

In Hobart, the average seawater temperature in May is 14.5°C (58.1°F).
Note: Diving into 14.5°C (58.1°F) is practical below 10°C (50°F), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 13°C (55.4°F) feels ice-cold.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 9h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:45 pm AEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hobart, Australia, are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Hobart?
In Hobart, 13.1°C (55.6°F) is the average high-temperature and 7°C (44.6°F) is the average low-temperature during May.
What is the average humidity in May in Hobart?
In May, the average relative humidity in Hobart is 80%.
How much does it rain in Hobart in May?
In Hobart, Australia, in May, during 13.6 rainfall days, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When it does not snow in Hobart?
January through July, September through December are months without snowfall in Hobart, Australia.
What is the water temperature in May in Hobart?
In Hobart, in May, the average water temperature is 14.5°C (58.1°F). Swimming in 14.5°C (58.1°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.
How many hours of daylight does Hobart have in May?
In May, the average day length in Hobart is 9h and 42min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Hobart?
On the first day of May in Hobart, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:45 pm AEST.
How many hours of sunshine does Hobart have in May?
In Hobart, Australia, the average sunshine duration in May is 6h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hobart?
May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in May in Hobart?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Hobart is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Hobart, Australia
Average temperature in May
Hobart, Australia
  • Average high temperature in May: 13.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (20.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (11.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (4.8°C).

Average pressure in May - Hobart, Australia
Average pressure in May
Hobart, Australia
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1017.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Hobart, Australia
Average wind speed in May
Hobart, Australia
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (14.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (11.4km/h).

Average humidity in May - Hobart, Australia
Average humidity in May
Hobart, Australia
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (73%).

Average rainfall in May - Hobart, Australia
Average rainfall in May
Hobart, Australia
  • Average rainfall in May: 30mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and November (38mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and October (23mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Hobart, Australia
Average rainfall days in May
Hobart, Australia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (11.4 days).

Average snowfall days in May - Hobart, Australia
Average snowfall days in May
Hobart, Australia
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May - Hobart, Australia
Average sea temperature in May
Hobart, Australia
  • Average sea temperature in May: 14.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (12.6°C).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hobart, Australia
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Hobart, Australia
  • Average daylight in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May - Hobart, Australia
Average sunshine days in May
Hobart, Australia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (9.5 days).

Average UV index in May - Hobart, Australia
Average UV index in May
Hobart, Australia
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The month with the highest UV index is December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May - Hobart, Australia
Average cloud cover in May
Hobart, Australia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in May - Hobart, Australia
Average visibility in May
Hobart, Australia
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (9km).

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