Airlie Beach weather in May

May is an excellent time to visit Airlie Beach. You can expect sunny blue skies, mild temperatures with lower humidity and the occasional rain shower.

How hot is it in Airlie Beach in May?
Daytime temperatures usually reach 26°C (78°F) in Airlie Beach in May with low heat and humidity, falling to 16°C (60°F) at night.

What does the humidity feel like in Airlie Beach in May?
The average dew point temperature in Airlie Beach in May is 17°C (62°F), which feels comfortable. 

There are on average 10 days in May that may feel muggy.

How sunny is it in Airlie Beach in May?
There are normally seven hours of bright sunshine each day in Airlie Beach in May – that's around 60% of daylight hours.

Sunrise & sunset in May?
Sunrise is around 6:30am with sunset around 5:30pm.

How warm is the sea around Airlie Beach in May?
The average sea temperature around Airlie Beach in May is 24°C (75°F), which is warm enough for swimming.

Does it rain in Airlie Beach in May?
There are usually six days with some rain in Airlie Beach in May and the average monthly rainfall is around 41mm (1.6in).

How windy is it in Airlie Beach in May?
May sees an average wind speed of 13km/h (8 mph; 7 knots). The predominant wind direction is from the south-east and east.

What to do in Airlie Beach in May?
May is perfect for exploring beaches, snorkelling, scuba diving and hiking trails. It's also excellent for sailing.

Local holidays?
Labour Day – 1st May.


Airlie Beach weather in May

Temperature icon High Temp: 26°C (78°F)
temperature icon Low Temp: 16°C (60°F)
sun icon Sunshine: 7 hours per day
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Daylight: 11 hours per day
rain cloud Rainfall: 41 mm (1.6 in) per month
umbrella icon Wet Days: 6 days with some rain
Low heat icon Comfort Level: Low heat; 75% relative humidity
temperature icon Dew Point: 17°C (62°F) – Comfortable
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UV Index: Moderate
wind icon Wind speed: 13 km/h (8 mph; 7 knots)
swimming icon Sea Temp: 24°C (75°F)
Airlie Beach, Whitsundays

Best time to visit Airlie Beach

Anytime, but for the best weather visit Airlie Beach anytime during the winter dry season from May to November.

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Source: Meteorological data for Airlie Beach is based on weather statistics gathered for the 30-year period 1991 to 2020 by the Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) from the closest weather station: Proserpine Airport (PPP), also known as Whitsunday Coast Airport, located 39km (24mi) southwest of Airlie Beach.

Advice on the best time to visit a particular destination is based on average local weather statistics, when the weather conditions are generally better than at other times of the year. We consider high and low temperatures, risk of rain (and thunderstorms, etc.), amount of sunshine and sea temperature. For general outdoor activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 18°C (64°F) and 27°C (80°F); and for hot-weather activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 24°C (75°F) and 32°C (89°F). Often, the best times to visit correspond to high season and therefore involve higher prices. Dew point temperature measures moisture content in the atmosphere: a higher dew point feels more humid, while a lower dew point feels drier.


Latest update: Airlie Beach weather in May: 12 June, 2024


Disclaimer: The information on this site is provided as is, without any assurances as to its accuracy or suitability for any purpose. Weather data and conditions at any given location and time are unpredictable and variable. We assume no responsibility and can not be held legally responsible for any decisions made on the basis of the information presented on this site.



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