May · Australia
Best time to visit Katherine in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Katherine in May
Average temperature 25°C, 0 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 52% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.2/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 0 mm
- Humidity
- 52%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Katherine scores 8.2/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 25°C, 0 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Katherine is the Top End town for Nitmiluk Gorge-river cruises between red sandstone cliffs. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
May in Katherine — reliably good (3rd best month)
Trail conditions at 25°C (77°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in May; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
At just 0 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.3 hours of daylight.
That is 8.2/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 9.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Katherine in May?
- In May, Katherine averages 25°C, 0 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.2/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Katherine?
- May earns a 8.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Katherine in May?
- Expect about 0 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 52% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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