May · Australia
Best time to visit Melbourne in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Melbourne in May
Average temperature 12°C, 57 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.0/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 12°C
- Rainfall
- 57 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Melbourne scores 8.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 12°C, 57 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Laneway coffee, coastal baths, and arts precincts peak in November through March warmth.
May in Melbourne: strong conditions, 7th of 12
Expect 12°C (53°F) in May. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 57 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.1 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 8/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 9.9/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Melbourne — 1.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Melbourne in May?
- In May, Melbourne averages 12°C, 57 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.0/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Melbourne?
- May earns a 8.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Melbourne in May?
- Expect about 57 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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