Canberra in May
7.4out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 15°C. Some rain: about 5 rainy days.
15°CAvg high
4°CAvg low
5Rainy days (27 mm)
10:09 hDaylight
06:55Sunrise · 17:04 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 15°C
- Some rain: about 5 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Comfortable walking shoes
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (2.7 days). 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 | 27°C | 14°C | 47 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| February | 26°C | 14°C | 53 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| March | 23°C | 11°C | 37 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| April | 19°C | 8°C | 27 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.1 |
| May | 15°C | 4°C | 27 mm | 5 | – | – | 7.4 |
| June | 12°C | 3°C | 52 mm | 7 | – | – | 6.5 |
| July | 11°C | 1°C | 37 mm | 6 | – | – | 6.4 |
| August | 12°C | 2°C | 49 mm | 7 | – | – | 6.5 |
| September | 15°C | 4°C | 51 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.1 |
| October | 19°C | 7°C | 55 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.6 |
| November | 22°C | 10°C | 59 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| December | 25°C | 12°C | 55 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Canberra in May?
Daytime highs average 15°C and nights about 4°C.
When is the best time to visit Canberra?
The best months are March, February, January, December.