Australia in May
Cooling in the south, and the start of the best window for Cairns and Darwin.
Is May a good time to visit Australia?
May is one of the better months across Australia, with crowds averaging 56/100 and typical highs near 20°C.
What closes and what fills up in May
- Northern dry season
How May compares across the year
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Frequently asked questions
Is May a good month to visit Australia?
May is one of the better months across Australia, with crowds averaging 56/100 and typical highs near 20°C.
How busy is Australia in May?
Averaged across the destinations we track, Australia sits near 56/100 in May. The calmest of them is Sydney.
What is the weather like in Australia in May?
Expect average highs near 20°C and lows near 12°C, with roughly 11 wet days — though Australia varies by region.