May · Australia
Best time to visit Daintree in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Daintree in May
Average temperature 26°C, 60 mm of rain, about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
6.3/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 60 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 15
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Daintree scores 6.3/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 60 mm of rain, and roughly 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The Daintree meets reef and rainforest-boardwalks, croc rivers, and Cape Tribulation beach edges. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
May in Daintree — middling scores, decent value
May averages 26°C (78°F) — warm for the outdoors: start trails early, use shaded routes at midday, and carry more water than you think you need.
Rainfall runs 60 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.2 hours of daylight.
It scores 6.3/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 8.4/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? August scores 2.1 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Daintree in May?
- In May, Daintree averages 26°C, 60 mm of rain, and about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.3/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Daintree?
- May earns a 6.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Daintree in May?
- Expect about 60 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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