May weather forecastBusselton, Australia

May

Weather in May

May in Busselton marks a pronounced arrival of colder months. The drop in temperature becomes more pronounced compared to April. This month observes the highest rainfall of the year at 65mm (2.56"), indicating the wet and cold conditions that prevail. The weather is also characterized by fewer sunshine hours and higher cloud cover, indicating the ongoing progression towards winter. Despite these colder conditions, the wind picks up speed, averaging around 17.5km/h (10.9mph), which could lead to chillier evenings and nights.

Temperature

The arrival of May records an average high-temperature of a comfortable 18.8°C (65.8°F), closely related to the 21.1°C (70°F) observed in April. In Busselton, the nocturnal temperatures throughout May show a marginal dip from the daytime averages, settling at a still refreshing 14.2°C (57.6°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Busselton, Australia, in May, during 15.4 rainfall days, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Busselton, Australia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.6 days and collects up to 506mm (19.92") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 10h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:38 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:18 pm AWST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in May, in Busselton, is 18.8°C (65.8°F), while the average low-temperature is 14.2°C (57.6°F).

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

In Busselton, in May, during 15.4 rainfall days, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:18 pm AWST.

The average sunshine duration in May in Busselton, Australia, is 5.5h.

In Busselton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Busselton, Australia

  • Average high temperature in May: 18.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (24.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (16.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 14.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is September (12°C).

Average pressure in May
Busselton, Australia

  • Average pressure in May: 1019.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1019.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.6mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Busselton, Australia

  • Average wind speed in May: 17.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (21km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (16.8km/h).

Average humidity in May
Busselton, Australia

  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and October (74%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and December (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Busselton, Australia

  • Average rainfall in May: 65mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (88mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (13mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Busselton, Australia

  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Busselton, 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: 5h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Busselton, Australia

  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (6.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Busselton, Australia

  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is February (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August, September and October (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May
Busselton, Australia

  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in May
Busselton, 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).