May weather forecast
Airlie Beach, Australia

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Weather in May

Airlie Beach in May experiences a continued cooling trend as the highest temperature dips to 23.9°C (75°F). Nevertheless, the altitude of the sun is lower in May, leading to slightly shorter daylight hours. Correspondingly, rainfall levels continue to drop, making May a pleasantly dry month for this coastal region. Overall, the climate of Airlie Beach in May is increasingly moderate, offering a distinctively enjoyable and mellow experience.

Temperature

The beginning of May records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 23.9°C (75°F), marking a negligible difference from April's 25.8°C (78.4°F). A modest nighttime temperature average of 22.1°C (71.8°F) characterizes May in Airlie Beach.

Humidity

In Airlie Beach, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Airlie Beach, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 58mm (2.28") of accumulated precipitation. In Airlie Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.6 days and collects up to 1078mm (42.44") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Airlie Beach, in May, the average water temperature is 25°C (77°F).
Note: For any water activity, the surface water temperatures in the range of 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are deemed excellent and incredibly pleasant for longer durations.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:32 pm AEST.

Sunshine

May has the least sunshine of the year in Airlie Beach, Australia, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

UV index

May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Warning! The reflection of sand and water increases the UV dose.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Airlie Beach?

The high-temperature during May is 23.9°C (75°F) and the low-temperature is 22.1°C (71.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in March is estimated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Airlie Beach?

The average relative humidity in May in Airlie Beach, Australia, is 73%.

How much does it rain in Airlie Beach in May?

In Airlie Beach, Australia, in May, during 16.3 rainfall days, 58mm (2.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in May in Airlie Beach?

In May, the average sea temperature in Airlie Beach, Australia, is 25°C (77°F). Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

How many hours of daylight does Airlie Beach have in May?

In Airlie Beach, the average day length in May is 11h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Airlie Beach?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Airlie Beach, Australia, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:32 pm AEST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Airlie Beach?

With an average of 5.9h of sunshine, May has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in May in Airlie Beach?

The average sunshine duration in May in Airlie Beach is 5.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Airlie Beach?

May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Airlie Beach, Australia.

How high is the UV index in May in Airlie Beach?

In Airlie Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Airlie Beach, Australia

Average temperature in May - Airlie Beach, Australia
  • Average high temperature in May: 23.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.2°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (21.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 22.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (26.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (19.1°C).

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Average pressure in May
Airlie Beach, Australia

Average pressure in May - Airlie Beach, Australia
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1008.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Airlie Beach, Australia

Average wind speed in May - Airlie Beach, Australia
  • Average wind speed in May: 25.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (25.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (19.4km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Airlie Beach, Australia

Average humidity in May - Airlie Beach, Australia
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Airlie Beach, Australia

Average rainfall in May - Airlie Beach, Australia
  • Average rainfall in May: 58mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (227mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (9mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Airlie Beach, Australia

Average rainfall days in May - Airlie Beach, Australia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (23.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Airlie Beach, Australia

Average sea temperature in May - Airlie Beach, Australia
  • Average sea temperature in May: 25°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (28°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July and August (22°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Airlie Beach, Australia

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Airlie Beach, Australia
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Airlie Beach, Australia

Average sunshine days in May - Airlie Beach, Australia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and March (4.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Airlie Beach, Australia

Average UV index in May - Airlie Beach, Australia
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and July (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in May
Airlie Beach, Australia

Average cloud cover in May - Airlie Beach, Australia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in May
Airlie Beach, Australia

Average visibility in May - Airlie Beach, Australia
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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