Darwin in May
7.6out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Hot: daytime highs around 33°C. Very dry: about 2 rainy days.
33°CAvg high
22°CAvg low
2Rainy days (14 mm)
11:26 hDaylight
07:00Sunrise · 18:26 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 33°C
- Very dry: about 2 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (2.8 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 | 31°C | 26°C | 436 mm | 28 | – | – | 5.5 |
| February | 31°C | 25°C | 381 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.6 |
| March | 32°C | 25°C | 297 mm | 24 | – | – | 5.3 |
| April | 33°C | 24°C | 99 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.5 |
| May | 33°C | 22°C | 14 mm | 2 | – | – | 7.6 |
| June | 32°C | 20°C | 2 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.3 |
| July | 32°C | 19°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.3 |
| August | 33°C | 19°C | 2 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.0 |
| September | 34°C | 22°C | 16 mm | 4 | – | – | 7.2 |
| October | 34°C | 24°C | 77 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 33°C | 25°C | 180 mm | 21 | – | – | 4.9 |
| December | 32°C | 26°C | 327 mm | 25 | – | – | 5.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Darwin in May?
Daytime highs average 33°C and nights about 22°C.
When is the best time to visit Darwin?
The best months are June, July, August.