Darwin, Australia — Weather in May 2027

Monthly climate averages for Darwin, Australia. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.

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May is an excellent month in Darwin

Climate Overview

Darwin, Australia in May has hot conditions, with highs reaching 32°C (90°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the day. Rain is rare, falling on about 2 days this month. Sea temperature reaches 28.1°C (83°F).

This month falls at the end of Autumn. Temperatures are at their seasonal peak.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout May, with daily highs around 32°C (90°F).

Rainfall is heaviest during the first third of the month, while the middle tends to be drier.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 5th, averaging 32.4°C (90°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 0°C cooler with 10 fewer rainy days.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
32°C / 23°C
Feels Like
34°C / 24°C
Rain
2 days · 13 mm
Sunshine
10.4h / day
Humidity
59% — Moderate
Wind
17 km/h
Wind Direction
ESE (105°)
Gusts
37 km/h
Daylight
11.5 h
Cloud Cover
44%
Clear Sky Days
7.2
UV Index
7.1 — Very High
Sea Temperature
28°C
Dew Point
19°C — Humid
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

40°C 36°C 32°C 28°C 24°C 20°C 16°C 151015202531
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Daily Precipitation

0 mm 1 mm 2 mm 3 mm 4 mm 151015202531
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Daily Sunshine

0h 3h 6h 9h 12h 151015202531
Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

0 5 10 15 20 25 151015202531
Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:58
Daylight 11.5h
Sunset 18:31

Compare Months

January
Wet
Temp
31°C / 26°C
Feels Like
37°C / 31°C
Rain
28days (441 mm) Wet
Sun
8.5h Good
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
7.7 Very High
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February
Wet
Temp
31°C / 26°C
Feels Like
37°C / 31°C
Rain
24days (343 mm) Wet
Sun
8.8h Good
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
8.5 Very High
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March
Wet
Temp
31°C / 26°C
Feels Like
38°C / 31°C
Rain
26days (294 mm) Wet
Sun
9.5h Good
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
8 Very High
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April
Poor
Temp
32°C / 25°C
Feels Like
37°C / 29°C
Rain
12days (96 mm) Wet
Sun
10.1h Excellent
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
8 Very High
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May best
Excellent
Temp
32°C / 23°C
Feels Like
34°C / 24°C
Rain
2days (13 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.4h Excellent
Humidity
59% Moderate
UV
7.1 Very High
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June best
Excellent
Temp
31°C / 21°C
Feels Like
32°C / 21°C
Rain
1days (5 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
55% Moderate
UV
6.6 High
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July best
Excellent
Temp
31°C / 20°C
Feels Like
31°C / 20°C
Rain
0days (2 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.6h Excellent
Humidity
56% Moderate
UV
6.9 High
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August best
Excellent
Temp
32°C / 21°C
Feels Like
33°C / 22°C
Rain
0days (2 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.8h Excellent
Humidity
56% Moderate
UV
7.8 Very High
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September
Fair
Temp
34°C / 24°C
Feels Like
36°C / 27°C
Rain
5days (31 mm) Good
Sun
11.1h Excellent
Humidity
63% Muggy
UV
8.7 Very High
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October
Poor
Temp
34°C / 26°C
Feels Like
39°C / 30°C
Rain
14days (100 mm) Wet
Sun
11.5h Excellent
Humidity
68% Muggy
UV
9.2 Very High
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November
Wet
Temp
33°C / 26°C
Feels Like
40°C / 31°C
Rain
22days (241 mm) Wet
Sun
11.1h Excellent
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
8.7 Very High
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December
Wet
Temp
32°C / 26°C
Feels Like
39°C / 32°C
Rain
25days (305 mm) Wet
Sun
9.8h Good
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
8.8 Very High
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Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status
January 31°C / 26°C 37°C / 31°C 28days (441 mm) Wet 8.5h Good 83% Humid 7.7 Very High Wet View Details
February 31°C / 26°C 37°C / 31°C 24days (343 mm) Wet 8.8h Good 83% Humid 8.5 Very High Wet View Details
March 31°C / 26°C 38°C / 31°C 26days (294 mm) Wet 9.5h Good 83% Humid 8 Very High Wet View Details
April 32°C / 25°C 37°C / 29°C 12days (96 mm) Wet 10.1h Excellent 74% Muggy 8 Very High Poor View Details
May best 32°C / 23°C 34°C / 24°C 2days (13 mm) Excellent 10.4h Excellent 59% Moderate 7.1 Very High Excellent View Details
June best 31°C / 21°C 32°C / 21°C 1days (5 mm) Excellent 10.5h Excellent 55% Moderate 6.6 High Excellent View Details
July best 31°C / 20°C 31°C / 20°C 0days (2 mm) Excellent 10.6h Excellent 56% Moderate 6.9 High Excellent View Details
August best 32°C / 21°C 33°C / 22°C 0days (2 mm) Excellent 10.8h Excellent 56% Moderate 7.8 Very High Excellent View Details
September 34°C / 24°C 36°C / 27°C 5days (31 mm) Good 11.1h Excellent 63% Muggy 8.7 Very High Fair View Details
October 34°C / 26°C 39°C / 30°C 14days (100 mm) Wet 11.5h Excellent 68% Muggy 9.2 Very High Poor View Details
November 33°C / 26°C 40°C / 31°C 22days (241 mm) Wet 11.1h Excellent 74% Muggy 8.7 Very High Wet View Details
December 32°C / 26°C 39°C / 32°C 25days (305 mm) Wet 9.8h Good 79% Humid 8.8 Very High Wet View Details

What to Wear

Light, breathable fabrics like cotton and linen are essential. Opt for loose-fitting clothing in light colors to stay cool.

Packing List

Breathable clothingSunscreen (SPF 30+)Sun hatSunglassesSandals

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically excellent for visiting Darwin, with average highs of 32°C (90°F) and around 2 rainy days. Darwin, Australia in May has hot conditions, with highs reaching 32°C (90°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the day.
Darwin typically sees around 2 rainy days in May with 13 mm (0.5 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Nights stay pleasantly warm in Darwin during May, around 23°C (74°F). Light evening wear is sufficient.
With highs of 32°C (90°F) and lows of 23°C (74°F) in May, we recommend: Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
Yes, May offers some of the best weather conditions in Darwin with comfortable temperatures and lower chances of rain.
The average UV index in Darwin during May is 7 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Darwin gets approximately 12 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 10 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Darwin during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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