May · Australia
Best time to visit Carnarvon in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Carnarvon in May
Average temperature 23°C, 9 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 55% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.9/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 9 mm
- Humidity
- 55%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 16
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Carnarvon scores 8.9/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 23°C, 9 mm of rain, and roughly 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Carnarvon is a Gascoyne outback-coast town-banana plantations and a gateway toward Shark Bay. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
May in Carnarvon — one of the year's strongest windows (9th)
May averages 23°C (73°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Rain is a non-issue at 9 mm for the month, with about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.8 hours of daylight to work with.
A 8.9/10 puts this among the year's best months in Carnarvon (9th of 12); only January scores higher, at 10/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Carnarvon in May?
- In May, Carnarvon averages 23°C, 9 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.9/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Carnarvon?
- May earns a 8.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Carnarvon in May?
- Expect about 9 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 55% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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