May weather forecast
Fraser Island, Australia

May transitions the Island to winter, recording temperatures from 24.1°C (75.4°F) to 17.4°C (63.3°F). Rainfall totals decrease further, resulting in drier conditions over Fraser Island. With as many as 15.2 rainfall days, this period affords locals and visitors the chance to explore the Island's flora and fauna. It’s worth noting that despite the decrease in temperature, the sea remains relatively mild at 24°C (75.2°F). The sun still convenes for 7 hours daily as the environment adapts to these changes.

Temperature

The weather in Fraser Island during May records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24.1°C (75.4°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. Fraser Island's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 17.4°C (63.3°F) during the nights of May.

Rainfall

In Fraser Island, during May, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 118mm (4.65") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fraser Island, there are 143 rainfall days, and 1271mm (50.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Fraser Island, the average seawater temperature in May is 24°C (75.2°F).
Note: Consideration of an individual's cold resistance, combined with conditions like sunshine, wind, and temperature, suggests that swimming in 24°C (75.2°F) water can be delightful. (Olympic swimming is usually in 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F) water.)

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 10h and 54min.
On the first day of May in Fraser Island, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:05 pm AEST.

Sunshine

February through June, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Fraser Island.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Heed this! UV intensity is much stronger when reflected off sand and water.