May weather forecastPort Phillip, Australia

May

Weather in May

Sea temperature

In Port Phillip, Australia, in May, the average water temperature is 17.2°C (63°F).
Note: For most, swimming in 17.2°C (63°F) is not a pleasant activity. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 10h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of May, in Port Phillip, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:09 pm AEST.

Frequently asked questions

In May, the average sea temperature in Port Phillip is 17.2°C (63°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 17.2°C (63°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

In May, the average day length is 10h and 6min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in Port Phillip, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:09 pm AEST.
Average sea temperature
Average daylight

Average sea temperature in May
Port Phillip, Australia

  • Average sea temperature in May: 17.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (18.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (14.7°C).

Average daylight in May
Port Phillip, Australia

  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 6min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).