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May is a good month in Sutherland

Climate Overview

Sutherland, Australia in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 18.6°C (65°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Sea temperature averages 20.8°C (69°F).

This month falls at the end of Autumn.

Daily highs in May gradually drop from around 20°C (68°F) at the start to 17°C (63°F) by month's end.

May sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 59 mm across the month.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 1th, averaging 20.1°C (68°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 3°C cooler with 2 fewer rainy days. Temperatures begin dropping heading into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
19°C / 12°C
Feels Like
17°C / 11°C
Rain
8 days · 59 mm
Sunshine
8.5h / day
Humidity
74% — Humid
Wind
15 km/h
Wind Direction
WSW (258°)
Gusts
33 km/h
Daylight
10.4 h
Cloud Cover
42%
Clear Sky Days
9.3
UV Index
3.5 — Moderate
Sea Temperature
21°C
Dew Point
11°C — Comfortable
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

0h 3h 6h 9h 12h 151015202531
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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:42
Daylight 10.4h
Sunset 17:05

Compare Months

January best
Excellent
Temp
26°C / 20°C
Feels Like
28°C / 21°C
Rain
11days (83 mm) Wet
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
7.7 Very High
February best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 20°C
Feels Like
27°C / 21°C
Rain
11days (96 mm) Wet
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
7.6 Very High
March
Good
Temp
24°C / 19°C
Feels Like
25°C / 19°C
Rain
15days (133 mm) Wet
Sun
9.2h Good
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
6.5 High
April best
Excellent
Temp
22°C / 15°C
Feels Like
22°C / 15°C
Rain
10days (65 mm) Wet
Sun
9.2h Good
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
5.1 High
May
Good
Temp
19°C / 12°C
Feels Like
17°C / 11°C
Rain
8days (59 mm) Wet
Sun
8.5h Good
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
3.5 Moderate
June
Good
Temp
16°C / 10°C
Feels Like
14°C / 7°C
Rain
8days (59 mm) Wet
Sun
7.9h Good
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
3.1 Moderate
July
Good
Temp
16°C / 9°C
Feels Like
14°C / 6°C
Rain
6days (63 mm) Good
Sun
8.3h Good
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
3.4 Moderate
August
Good
Temp
17°C / 9°C
Feels Like
15°C / 7°C
Rain
7days (53 mm) Good
Sun
9h Good
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
4.3 Moderate
September
Good
Temp
20°C / 11°C
Feels Like
18°C / 10°C
Rain
6days (47 mm) Good
Sun
10.1h Excellent
Humidity
67% Muggy
UV
5.9 High
October
Good
Temp
22°C / 14°C
Feels Like
21°C / 13°C
Rain
10days (67 mm) Wet
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
7.3 Very High
November best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 16°C
Feels Like
24°C / 16°C
Rain
9days (65 mm) Wet
Sun
11h Excellent
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
7.5 Very High
December best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 18°C
Feels Like
27°C / 19°C
Rain
9days (59 mm) Wet
Sun
11.3h Excellent
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
8.4 Very High
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January best 26°C / 20°C 28°C / 21°C 11days (83 mm) Wet 10.5h Excellent 75% Muggy 7.7 Very High Excellent View Details
February best 25°C / 20°C 27°C / 21°C 11days (96 mm) Wet 10.5h Excellent 75% Muggy 7.6 Very High Excellent View Details
March 24°C / 19°C 25°C / 19°C 15days (133 mm) Wet 9.2h Good 77% Humid 6.5 High Good View Details
April best 22°C / 15°C 22°C / 15°C 10days (65 mm) Wet 9.2h Good 76% Humid 5.1 High Excellent View Details
May 19°C / 12°C 17°C / 11°C 8days (59 mm) Wet 8.5h Good 74% Muggy 3.5 Moderate Good View Details
June 16°C / 10°C 14°C / 7°C 8days (59 mm) Wet 7.9h Good 75% Muggy 3.1 Moderate Good View Details
July 16°C / 9°C 14°C / 6°C 6days (63 mm) Good 8.3h Good 71% Muggy 3.4 Moderate Good View Details
August 17°C / 9°C 15°C / 7°C 7days (53 mm) Good 9h Good 70% Muggy 4.3 Moderate Good View Details
September 20°C / 11°C 18°C / 10°C 6days (47 mm) Good 10.1h Excellent 67% Muggy 5.9 High Good View Details
October 22°C / 14°C 21°C / 13°C 10days (67 mm) Wet 10.3h Excellent 70% Muggy 7.3 Very High Good View Details
November best 23°C / 16°C 24°C / 16°C 9days (65 mm) Wet 11h Excellent 70% Muggy 7.5 Very High Excellent View Details
December best 25°C / 18°C 27°C / 19°C 9days (59 mm) Wet 11.3h Excellent 72% Muggy 8.4 Very High Excellent View Details

What to Wear

Dress in layers — a mix of long sleeves, light sweaters, and a versatile jacket works best for changeable conditions.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Warm evening layerUmbrellaComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically good for visiting Sutherland, with average highs of 19°C (65°F) and around 8 rainy days. Sutherland, Australia in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 18.6°C (65°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Sea
Sutherland typically sees around 8 rainy days in May with 59 mm (2.3 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Nights in Sutherland during May are cool at around 12°C (54°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 19°C (65°F) and lows of 12°C (54°F) in May, we recommend: Warm evening layer, Umbrella, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
May is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Sutherland. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Sutherland during May is 4 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.
Sutherland gets approximately 10 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 9 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Sutherland during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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