May weather forecastSawtell, Australia

May weather for Sawtell, Australia: The last month of the autumn, May, is also an agreeable month in Sawtell, Australia, with an average temperature ranging between max 20.6°C (69.1°F) and min 13.8°C (56.8°F). In Sawtell, Australia, in May, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 46mm (1.81") of accumulated precipitation.

May

Weather in May

The last month of the autumn, May, is also an agreeable month in Sawtell, Australia, with an average temperature ranging between max 20.6°C (69.1°F) and min 13.8°C (56.8°F).

Temperature

In May, Sawtell's weather conditions record an average high-temperature of a pleasant 20.6°C (69.1°F), demonstrating little divergence from the preceding month. During May, Sawtell observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Sawtell is 73%.

Rainfall

In Sawtell, during May, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 46mm (1.81") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 195.1 rainfall days, and 804mm (31.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Sawtell, the average seawater temperature in May is 23.5°C (74.3°F).
Note: If you're wary of the cold, the surrounding conditions—sunshine, wind, and air temperature become crucial when swimming in 23.5°C (74.3°F) waters. Olympic standards, for reference, are set between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).

Daylight

In Sawtell, the average length of the day in May is 10h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:54 pm AEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Sawtell is 7.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be mindful! Sand and water reflections can up the Sun's UV exposure.

Frequently asked questions

During May, Sawtell experiences an average high-temperature of 20.6°C (69.1°F) and a low-temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in January is computed to be 30°C (86°F).

In Sawtell, Australia, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

In Sawtell, Australia, in May, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 46mm (1.81") of accumulated precipitation.

In May, the average sea temperature in Sawtell, Australia, is 23.5°C (74.3°F). Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 23.5°C (74.3°F) water may be enjoyable.

In Sawtell, Australia, the average day length in May is 10h and 36min.

On the first day of May in Sawtell, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:54 pm AEST.

The average sunshine duration in May in Sawtell, Australia, is 7.6h.

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

  • Average high temperature in May: 20.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (27.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (17.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 13.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (20.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Sawtell, Australia

  • Average pressure in May: 1020mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Sawtell, Australia

  • Average wind speed in May: 11.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April and May (11.6km/h).

Average humidity in May
Sawtell, Australia

  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Sawtell, Australia

  • Average rainfall in May: 46mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (110mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (26mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Sawtell, Australia

  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (10.3 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Sawtell, Australia

  • Average sea temperature in May: 23.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (26.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is July (20.8°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sawtell, Australia

  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 36min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sawtell, Australia

  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (5.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Sawtell, Australia

  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Sawtell, Australia

  • Average cloud cover in May: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in May
Sawtell, Australia

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (9km).