Rockhampton in May
8.6out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C. Some rain: about 4 rainy days.
26°CAvg high
15°CAvg low
4Rainy days (26 mm)
10:52 hDaylight
06:28Sunrise · 17:20 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C
- Some rain: about 4 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (1.8 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 | 23°C | 100 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.9 |
| February | 31°C | 22°C | 121 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.9 |
| March | 30°C | 21°C | 75 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.8 |
| April | 28°C | 18°C | 41 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.5 |
| May | 26°C | 15°C | 26 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| June | 23°C | 12°C | 29 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| July | 23°C | 11°C | 24 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.8 |
| August | 24°C | 11°C | 22 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.8 |
| September | 27°C | 14°C | 20 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| October | 29°C | 18°C | 34 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.5 |
| November | 30°C | 20°C | 51 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.9 |
| December | 31°C | 22°C | 85 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Rockhampton in May?
Daytime highs average 26°C and nights about 15°C.
When is the best time to visit Rockhampton?
The best months are July, August, September, June.