May weather forecast
Lake Illawarra, Australia

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Lake Illawarra, is another refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between min 12.6°C (54.7°F) and max 18.6°C (65.5°F).

Temperature

The introduction of May notes a subtle temperature variation to an enjoyable 18.6°C (65.5°F) from April's 21.3°C (70.3°F). In Lake Illawarra, the average nighttime temperature during May is a cool 12.6°C (54.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 71%.

Rainfall

In Lake Illawarra, in May, during 9.6 rainfall days, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lake Illawarra, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169 days and collects up to 678mm (26.69") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Lake Illawarra, Australia, in May, the average water temperature is 19.8°C (67.6°F).
Note: Most people do not take pleasure in swimming in water at 19.8°C (67.6°F). The difficulty of managing breathing increases as the water temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Lake Illawarra, the average length of the day in May is 10h and 20min.
On the first day of May in Lake Illawarra, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:54 pm AEST.

Sunshine

In Lake Illawarra, the average sunshine in May is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Lake Illawarra, Australia, are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 during May leads to these advisories:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Lake Illawarra?

The high-temperature during May is 18.6°C (65.5°F) and the low-temperature is 12.6°C (54.7°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Lake Illawarra?

The average relative humidity in May in Lake Illawarra is 71%.

How much does it rain in Lake Illawarra in May?

In May, in Lake Illawarra, Australia, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout May, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

How cold is the water in May in Lake Illawarra?

In Lake Illawarra, Australia, the average seawater temperature in May is 19.8°C (67.6°F). Swimming in 19.8°C (67.6°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Lake Illawarra have in May?

In Lake Illawarra, Australia, the average day length in May is 10h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Lake Illawarra?

On the first day of May in Lake Illawarra, Australia, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:54 pm AEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lake Illawarra have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Lake Illawarra is 7.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lake Illawarra?

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Lake Illawarra.

What is the UV index reading in May in Lake Illawarra?

In Lake Illawarra, Australia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Lake Illawarra, Australia

Average temperature in May - Lake Illawarra, Australia
  • Average high temperature in May: 18.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (25.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (15.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 12.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.7°C).

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Average pressure in May
Lake Illawarra, Australia

Average pressure in May - Lake Illawarra, Australia
  • Average pressure in May: 1020mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Lake Illawarra, Australia

Average wind speed in May - Lake Illawarra, Australia
  • Average wind speed in May: 14.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (16.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (13.9km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Lake Illawarra, Australia

Average humidity in May - Lake Illawarra, Australia
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (67%).

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Average rainfall in May
Lake Illawarra, Australia

Average rainfall in May - Lake Illawarra, Australia
  • Average rainfall in May: 35mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (33mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Lake Illawarra, Australia

Average rainfall days in May - Lake Illawarra, Australia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (9.5 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Lake Illawarra, Australia

Average sea temperature in May - Lake Illawarra, Australia
  • Average sea temperature in May: 19.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (23.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (18.1°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lake Illawarra, Australia

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Lake Illawarra, Australia

Average sunshine days in May - Lake Illawarra, Australia
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Lake Illawarra, Australia

Average UV index in May - Lake Illawarra, Australia
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in May
Lake Illawarra, Australia

Average cloud cover in May - Lake Illawarra, Australia
  • Average cloud cover in May: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in May
Lake Illawarra, Australia

Average visibility in May - Lake Illawarra, 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).

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