May · Australia
Best time to visit Sunshine Coast in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Sunshine Coast in May
Average temperature 21°C, 137 mm of rain, about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 74% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
5.0/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 137 mm
- Humidity
- 74%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 9
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Sunshine Coast scores 5.0/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 21°C, 137 mm of rain, and roughly 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The Sunshine Coast strings beaches from Caloundra to Noosa-surf suburbs and hinterland hinterland hills. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
May in Sunshine Coast — middling scores, decent value
May averages 21°C (69°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
At 137 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 5/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 8.9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? October scores 3.9 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Sunshine Coast in May?
- In May, Sunshine Coast averages 21°C, 137 mm of rain, and about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.0/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Sunshine Coast?
- May earns a 5.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Sunshine Coast in May?
- Expect about 137 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 74% and there are about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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