May weather forecast
Katoomba, Australia

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Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also an enjoyable month in Katoomba, Australia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 17°C (62.6°F) and an average low of 6.3°C (43.3°F).

Temperature

May brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from an agreeable 20.8°C (69.4°F) in April to a refreshing 17°C (62.6°F). Throughout May, the temperature falls to an average low of 6.3°C (43.3°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Katoomba is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Katoomba is May, when the rain falls for 9.1 days and typically collects 22mm (0.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Katoomba is 10h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:58 pm AEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Katoomba are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in May leads to these recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Katoomba?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Katoomba, is 17°C (62.6°F), while the average low-temperature is 6.3°C (43.3°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Katoomba?

The average relative humidity in May in Katoomba is 77%.

What is the driest month in Katoomba?

The month with the least rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 9.1 days and typically collects 22mm (0.87") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Katoomba in May?

In Katoomba, in May, during 9.1 rainfall days, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Katoomba have in May?

The average day length in May in Katoomba, Australia, is 10h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Katoomba?

On the first day of May in Katoomba, Australia, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:58 pm AEST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Katoomba?

In Katoomba, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Katoomba?

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Katoomba?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Katoomba, Australia, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Katoomba, Australia

Average temperature in May - Katoomba, Australia
  • Average high temperature in May: 17°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.6°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (13.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (15.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.3°C).

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Average pressure in May
Katoomba, Australia

Average pressure in May - Katoomba, Australia
  • Average pressure in May: 1020.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1021.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Katoomba, Australia

Average wind speed in May - Katoomba, Australia
  • Average wind speed in May: 7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (8.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and April (6.3km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Katoomba, Australia

Average humidity in May - Katoomba, Australia
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (68%).

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Average rainfall in May
Katoomba, Australia

Average rainfall in May - Katoomba, Australia
  • Average rainfall in May: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (109mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (22mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Katoomba, Australia

Average rainfall days in May - Katoomba, Australia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (8.9 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Katoomba, Australia

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Katoomba, Australia
  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Katoomba, Australia

Average sunshine days in May - Katoomba, Australia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Katoomba, Australia

Average UV index in May - Katoomba, Australia
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Katoomba, Australia

Average cloud cover in May - Katoomba, Australia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Katoomba, Australia

Average visibility in May - Katoomba, Australia
  • Average visibility in May: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March and April (7km).

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