May weather forecastBathurst, Australia
May
Weather in May
May brings along more tangible changes in the climate at Bathurst, signaling the transition towards the colder months. A stark contrast between May and earlier months lies in the introduction of snowfall. With the mercury dipping and averaging between 4.3°C (39.7°F) and 14.2°C (57.6°F), conditions gradually foster the first snowfall of 3mm (0.12") in the year. The ambiance in May diverges from that of the past months with less sunshine hours, preparing Bathurst for a considerably colder June.Temperature
With the onset of May, Bathurst's average high-temperature slightly adjusts, moderately receding from April's comfortable 18.5°C (65.3°F) to a mild 14.2°C (57.6°F). Bathurst reports a consistent average low-temperature of 4.3°C (39.7°F) throughout May nights.Humidity
In Bathurst, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.Rainfall
May is the month with the least rainfall in Bathurst. Rain falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 19mm (0.75") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are May through October. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 3mm (0.12") of snow. In Bathurst, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.8 days and aggregates up to 52mm (2.05") of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 10h and 25min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of May, in Bathurst, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:02 pm AEST.
Sunshine
In Bathurst, the average sunshine in May is 7.6h.UV index
In Bathurst, Australia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Bathurst, Australia
- Average high temperature in May: 14.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (27.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 4.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (1.6°C).
Average pressure in May
Bathurst, Australia
- Average pressure in May: 1021.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1022mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.3mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Bathurst, Australia
- Average wind speed in May: 9.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (11.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (8.8km/h).
Average humidity in May
Bathurst, Australia
- Average humidity in May: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (64%).
Average rainfall in May
Bathurst, Australia
- Average rainfall in May: 19mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (50mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (19mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Bathurst, Australia
- Average rainfall days in May: 8.4 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and November (11.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Bathurst, Australia
- Average snowfall in May: 3mm
The month with the highest snowfall is August (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Bathurst, Australia
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bathurst, Australia
- Average daylight in May: 10h and 24min
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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Bathurst, Australia
- Average sunshine days in May: 20 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Bathurst, Australia
- Average UV index in May: 3
The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Bathurst, Australia
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Bathurst, Australia
- Average visibility in May: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July and August (7km).
