May · Australia
Best time to visit Exmouth in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Exmouth in May
Average temperature 25°C, 47 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 57% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.7/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 47 mm
- Humidity
- 57%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 16
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Exmouth scores 8.7/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 25°C, 47 mm of rain, and roughly 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Exmouth opens Ningaloo Reef for whale-shark swims and Cape Range coastal snorkel days. Best window: the drier Southern Hemisphere months.
May is one of the strongest months in Exmouth (10th)
May averages 25°C (76°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Rainfall runs 47 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11 hours of daylight.
A 8.7/10 puts this among the year's best months in Exmouth (10th of 12); only January scores higher, at 10/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Exmouth in May?
- In May, Exmouth averages 25°C, 47 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.7/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Exmouth?
- May earns a 8.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Exmouth in May?
- Expect about 47 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 57% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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