May weather forecastBowen, Australia
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the autumn in Bowen, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 24.8°C (76.6°F) and an average low of 20°C (68°F).Temperature
In May, Bowen experiences a barely noticeable shift in meteorological conditions, with average high-temperatures moving from 27.1°C (80.8°F) in April to a still moderately hot 24.8°C (76.6°F). Bowen maintains a near steady average temperature of 20°C (68°F) during the nights of May, demonstrating little drop from daytime highs.Humidity
In Bowen, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout May, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated. In Bowen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.2 days and collects up to 628mm (24.72") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In Bowen, the average seawater temperature in May is 25.3°C (77.5°F).Note: Surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) offer outstanding conditions for any water activity, providing extreme pleasure for extended periods.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 11h and 10min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:45 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:34 pm AEST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are May and June, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Bowen is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Caution! The Sun's UV intensity grows with reflections off sand and water.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Bowen, Australia
- Average high temperature in May: 24.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (29.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.5°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 20°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (16.9°C).
Average pressure in May
Bowen, Australia
- Average pressure in May: 1016.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1008.2mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Bowen, Australia
- Average wind speed in May: 18.2km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and May (18.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (14.9km/h).
Average humidity in May
Bowen, Australia
- Average humidity in May: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Bowen, Australia
- Average rainfall in May: 24mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (153mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (7mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Bowen, Australia
- Average rainfall days in May: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.6 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Bowen, Australia
- Average sea temperature in May: 25.3°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (28.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (22.3°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bowen, Australia
- Average daylight in May: 11h and 12min
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: 6h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Bowen, Australia
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Bowen, Australia
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Bowen, Australia
- Average cloud cover in May: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in May
Bowen, 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).
