Cairns in May
7.8out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 24°C. Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days.
24°CAvg high
19°CAvg low
9Rainy days (41 mm)
11:12 hDaylight
06:37Sunrise · 17:49 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 24°C
- Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.1 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.1 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C | 23°C | 247 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
| February | 28°C | 24°C | 256 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
| March | 28°C | 23°C | 204 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.1 |
| April | 26°C | 21°C | 93 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.2 |
| May | 24°C | 19°C | 41 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.8 |
| June | 23°C | 18°C | 27 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.1 |
| July | 22°C | 17°C | 27 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| August | 23°C | 17°C | 23 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| September | 24°C | 18°C | 14 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.5 |
| October | 26°C | 20°C | 31 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| November | 27°C | 22°C | 58 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| December | 28°C | 23°C | 143 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Cairns in May?
Daytime highs average 24°C and nights about 19°C.
When is the best time to visit Cairns?
The best months are September, July, August, October.