Best Beaches in Australia in May

PICK A MONTH FOR BEST BEACHES IN AUSTRALIA

These are the best beaches in Australia in May, based on average sunshine, sea temperature, rainfall and temperature. Though many factors can come into play when choosing your beach destination, the beach weather will often be a deciding factor. Here we list the top beaches based on the average weather conditions and sea temperature.

Best Beach Destinations in Australia in May

  • 26°C (78°F) Air
    19°C (67°F) Sea
    7.6 Hrs of Sun / Day
    6.0 Days of Rain

    May is normally hot, and sunny but overcast at times with many bright days. It is typically predominantly dry but a bit rainy with occasional light showers, though there are many days with out any rain.

    May is a good time for sunbathing in Shark Bay. It is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Shark Bay for any length of time.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 26° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 19° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There are on average 6.0 days of rain per month and 7.6 hours of sun per day.

  • 21°C (70°F) Air
    22°C (72°F) Sea
    8.1 Hrs of Sun / Day
    2.9 Days of Rain

    May is normally warm, and generally sunny and pleasant with long bright days. It is typically dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free.

    May is a great time for sunbathing in Booti Booti National Park. It is a good month for swimming in Booti Booti National Park with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 21° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 22° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There are on average 2.9 days of rain per month and 8.1 hours of sun per day.

  • 32°C (89°F) Air
    15°C (59°F) Sea
    9.0 Hrs of Sun / Day
    2.9 Days of Rain

    May is normally very hot, and generally sunny and pleasant with long bright days. It is typically dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free.

    May is a great time for sunbathing in Cable Beach. It is too cold for swimming in Cable Beach for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 32° which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 15° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There are on average 2.9 days of rain per month and 9.0 hours of sun per day.

  • 24°C (75°F) Air
    26°C (78°F) Sea
    7.0 Hrs of Sun / Day
    11.1 Days of Rain

    May is normally warm, and sunny but overcast at times. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    May is a good time for sunbathing in Airlie Beach. It is an excellent month for swimming in Airlie Beach with very warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 24° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 26° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There are on average 11.1 days of rain per month and 7.0 hours of sun per day.

  • 21°C (70°F) Air
    20°C (67°F) Sea
    6.2 Hrs of Sun / Day
    0.0 Days of Rain

    May is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically extremely dry with only very rare light showers and very few days with any rain at all.

    May is a good time for sunbathing in Twilight Beach. It is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Twilight Beach for any length of time.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 21° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There are on average 0.0 days of rain per month and 6.2 hours of sun per day.

  • 21°C (70°F) Air
    19°C (67°F) Sea
    6.2 Hrs of Sun / Day
    0.0 Days of Rain

    May is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically extremely dry with only very rare light showers and very few days with any rain at all.

    May is a good time for sunbathing in Salmon Beach. It is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Salmon Beach for any length of time.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 21° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 19° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There are on average 0.0 days of rain per month and 6.2 hours of sun per day.

  • 21°C (70°F) Air
    19°C (67°F) Sea
    6.2 Hrs of Sun / Day
    0.0 Days of Rain

    May is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically extremely dry with only very rare light showers and very few days with any rain at all.

    May is a good time for sunbathing in Lucky Bay. It is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Lucky Bay for any length of time.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 21° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 19° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There are on average 0.0 days of rain per month and 6.2 hours of sun per day.

  • 20°C (68°F) Air
    21°C (70°F) Sea
    8.5 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    May is normally quite warm, and very sunny and pleasant, dominated by blue skies, with long bright days. It is typically predominantly dry but a bit rainy with occasional light showers, though there are many days with out any rain.

    May is not a good time for sunbathing in Hyams Beach. It is a good month for swimming in Hyams Beach with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 20° which is typically moderate but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The average water temperature is typically 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There are on average 7.0 days of rain per month and 8.5 hours of sun per day.

  • 20°C (68°F) Air
    21°C (70°F) Sea
    8.1 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    May is normally quite warm, and generally sunny and pleasant with long bright days. It is typically predominantly dry but a bit rainy with occasional light showers, though there are many days with out any rain.

    May is not a good time for sunbathing in Lake Conjola. It is a good month for swimming in Lake Conjola with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 20° which is typically moderate but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The average water temperature is typically 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There are on average 7.0 days of rain per month and 8.1 hours of sun per day.

  • 20°C (68°F) Air
    21°C (70°F) Sea
    8.1 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    May is normally quite warm, and generally sunny and pleasant with long bright days. It is typically predominantly dry but a bit rainy with occasional light showers, though there are many days with out any rain.

    May is not a good time for sunbathing in Warilla Beach. It is a good month for swimming in Warilla Beach with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 20° which is typically moderate but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The average water temperature is typically 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There are on average 7.0 days of rain per month and 8.1 hours of sun per day.

  • 20°C (68°F) Air
    20°C (69°F) Sea
    8.1 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    May is normally quite warm, and generally sunny and pleasant with long bright days. It is typically predominantly dry but a bit rainy with occasional light showers, though there are many days with out any rain.

    May is not a good time for sunbathing in Kioloa Beach. It is a good month for swimming in Kioloa Beach with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 20° which is typically moderate but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The average water temperature is typically 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There are on average 7.0 days of rain per month and 8.1 hours of sun per day.

  • 29°C (83°F) Air
    19°C (65°F) Sea
    8.2 Hrs of Sun / Day
    3.5 Days of Rain

    May is normally hot, and generally sunny and pleasant with long bright days. It is typically dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free.

    May is a great time for sunbathing in Turquoise Bay. It is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Turquoise Bay for any length of time.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 29° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 19° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There are on average 3.5 days of rain per month and 8.2 hours of sun per day.

  • 29°C (83°F) Air
    18°C (65°F) Sea
    8.0 Hrs of Sun / Day
    3.5 Days of Rain

    May is normally hot, and generally sunny and pleasant with many bright days. It is typically dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free.

    May is a great time for sunbathing in Coral Bay. It is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Coral Bay for any length of time.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 29° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There are on average 3.5 days of rain per month and 8.0 hours of sun per day.

  • 20°C (69°F) Air
    22°C (72°F) Sea
    8.4 Hrs of Sun / Day
    10.9 Days of Rain

    May is normally warm, and very sunny and pleasant, dominated by blue skies, with long bright days. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    May is a good time for sunbathing in Little Bay. It is a good month for swimming in Little Bay with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 20° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 22° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There are on average 10.9 days of rain per month and 8.4 hours of sun per day.

  • 20°C (69°F) Air
    22°C (72°F) Sea
    8.4 Hrs of Sun / Day
    10.9 Days of Rain

    May is normally warm, and very sunny and pleasant, dominated by blue skies, with long bright days. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    May is a good time for sunbathing in Bondi Beach. It is a good month for swimming in Bondi Beach with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 20° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 22° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There are on average 10.9 days of rain per month and 8.4 hours of sun per day.

  • 20°C (69°F) Air
    23°C (73°F) Sea
    8.3 Hrs of Sun / Day
    10.9 Days of Rain

    May is normally warm, and generally sunny and pleasant with long bright days. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    May is a good time for sunbathing in Palm Beach. It is a good month for swimming in Palm Beach with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 20° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 23° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There are on average 10.9 days of rain per month and 8.3 hours of sun per day.

  • 20°C (69°F) Air
    22°C (72°F) Sea
    8.4 Hrs of Sun / Day
    10.9 Days of Rain

    May is normally warm, and very sunny and pleasant, dominated by blue skies, with long bright days. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    May is a good time for sunbathing in Shelly Beach. It is a good month for swimming in Shelly Beach with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 20° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 22° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There are on average 10.9 days of rain per month and 8.4 hours of sun per day.

  • 20°C (69°F) Air
    22°C (72°F) Sea
    8.4 Hrs of Sun / Day
    10.9 Days of Rain

    May is normally warm, and very sunny and pleasant, dominated by blue skies, with long bright days. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    May is a good time for sunbathing in Manly Beach. It is a good month for swimming in Manly Beach with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 20° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 22° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There are on average 10.9 days of rain per month and 8.4 hours of sun per day.

  • 20°C (69°F) Air
    22°C (72°F) Sea
    8.4 Hrs of Sun / Day
    10.9 Days of Rain

    May is normally warm, and very sunny and pleasant, dominated by blue skies, with long bright days. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    May is a good time for sunbathing in Sydney Harbor. It is a good month for swimming in Sydney Harbor with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 20° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 22° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There are on average 10.9 days of rain per month and 8.4 hours of sun per day.

  • 20°C (69°F) Air
    22°C (72°F) Sea
    8.4 Hrs of Sun / Day
    10.9 Days of Rain

    May is normally warm, and very sunny and pleasant, dominated by blue skies, with long bright days. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    May is a good time for sunbathing in Curl Curl Beach. It is a good month for swimming in Curl Curl Beach with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 20° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 22° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There are on average 10.9 days of rain per month and 8.4 hours of sun per day.

  • 20°C (69°F) Air
    22°C (72°F) Sea
    8.3 Hrs of Sun / Day
    10.9 Days of Rain

    May is normally warm, and generally sunny and pleasant with long bright days. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    May is a good time for sunbathing in Mona Vale Beach. It is a good month for swimming in Mona Vale Beach with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 20° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 22° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There are on average 10.9 days of rain per month and 8.3 hours of sun per day.

  • 20°C (69°F) Air
    21°C (69°F) Sea
    8.3 Hrs of Sun / Day
    10.9 Days of Rain

    May is normally warm, and generally sunny and pleasant with long bright days. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    May is a good time for sunbathing in Pearl Beach. It is a good month for swimming in Pearl Beach with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 20° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There are on average 10.9 days of rain per month and 8.3 hours of sun per day.

  • 20°C (69°F) Air
    23°C (74°F) Sea
    8.2 Hrs of Sun / Day
    10.1 Days of Rain

    May is normally warm, and generally sunny and pleasant with long bright days. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    May is a good time for sunbathing in Stockton Beach. It is a good month for swimming in Stockton Beach with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 20° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 23° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There are on average 10.1 days of rain per month and 8.2 hours of sun per day.

  • 20°C (69°F) Air
    23°C (73°F) Sea
    8.3 Hrs of Sun / Day
    10.1 Days of Rain

    May is normally warm, and generally sunny and pleasant with long bright days. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    May is a good time for sunbathing in Merewether Beach. It is a good month for swimming in Merewether Beach with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 20° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 23° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There are on average 10.1 days of rain per month and 8.3 hours of sun per day.

  • 20°C (69°F) Air
    23°C (73°F) Sea
    8.3 Hrs of Sun / Day
    10.1 Days of Rain

    May is normally warm, and generally sunny and pleasant with long bright days. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    May is a good time for sunbathing in Redhead Beach. It is a good month for swimming in Redhead Beach with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 20° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 23° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There are on average 10.1 days of rain per month and 8.3 hours of sun per day.

  • 20°C (69°F) Air
    21°C (69°F) Sea
    8.1 Hrs of Sun / Day
    10.9 Days of Rain

    May is normally warm, and generally sunny and pleasant with long bright days. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    May is a good time for sunbathing in Austinmer Beach. It is a good month for swimming in Austinmer Beach with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 20° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There are on average 10.9 days of rain per month and 8.1 hours of sun per day.

  • 20°C (69°F) Air
    23°C (73°F) Sea
    8.2 Hrs of Sun / Day
    10.1 Days of Rain

    May is normally warm, and generally sunny and pleasant with long bright days. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    May is a good time for sunbathing in Winda Woppa. It is a good month for swimming in Winda Woppa with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 20° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 23° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There are on average 10.1 days of rain per month and 8.2 hours of sun per day.

  • 20°C (69°F) Air
    23°C (73°F) Sea
    8.1 Hrs of Sun / Day
    10.1 Days of Rain

    May is normally warm, and generally sunny and pleasant with long bright days. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    May is a good time for sunbathing in Shoal Bay. It is a good month for swimming in Shoal Bay with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 20° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 23° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There are on average 10.1 days of rain per month and 8.1 hours of sun per day.

  • 19°C (67°F) Air
    22°C (72°F) Sea
    8.4 Hrs of Sun / Day
    19.0 Days of Rain

    May is normally quite warm, and very sunny and pleasant, dominated by blue skies, with long bright days. It is typically rainy with occasional dry periods but many rainy days.

    May is not a good time for sunbathing in Tamarama Beach. It is a good month for swimming in Tamarama Beach with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 19° which is typically moderate but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The average water temperature is typically 22° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There are on average 19.0 days of rain per month and 8.4 hours of sun per day.

  • 24°C (75°F) Air
    26°C (78°F) Sea
    3.9 Hrs of Sun / Day
    11.1 Days of Rain

    May is normally warm, and very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    May is not an optimal time for sunbathing but it is possible on clearer days in Whitehaven Beach. It is an excellent month for swimming in Whitehaven Beach with very warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 24° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 26° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There are on average 11.1 days of rain per month and 3.9 hours of sun per day.

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