Monthly climate guide
Exmouth weather in May
With highs near 28°C (83°F) and lows around 20°C (68°F), May feels hot in Exmouth. Rainfall averages about 34 mm (fairly dry) and the sky is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 4°C cooler than April and 3°C warmer than June.
What stands out in May
- This is rainy-season territory in Exmouth: short, heavy downpours are typical.
- Compared with Noosa Heads, Exmouth runs roughly 6°C warmer this month.
- With highs near 28°C, little rain and plenty of sun, it's proper beach and pool weather.
- Rain is above Exmouth's usual level, by about 59%.
Avg high
28°C
83°F
Avg low
20°C
68°F
Rainfall
34 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
59%
relative
Sky
36%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Exmouth weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°C / 93°F | 26°C / 78°F | 37 mm | 64% | 51% |
| February | 34°C / 94°F | 26°C / 80°F | 41 mm | 64% | 41% |
| March | 34°C / 93°F | 26°C / 79°F | 42 mm | 62% | 37% |
| April | 32°C / 90°F | 24°C / 76°F | 26 mm | 58% | 40% |
| May | 28°C / 83°F | 20°C / 68°F | 34 mm | 59% | 36% |
| June | 25°C / 77°F | 17°C / 63°F | 49 mm | 64% | 43% |
| July | 24°C / 76°F | 16°C / 60°F | 16 mm | 63% | 34% |
| August | 26°C / 78°F | 16°C / 62°F | 2 mm | 61% | 21% |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 18°C / 64°F | 1 mm | 60% | 15% |
| October | 30°C / 86°F | 20°C / 68°F | 0 mm | 59% | 20% |
| November | 31°C / 89°F | 22°C / 71°F | 4 mm | 59% | 19% |
| December | 33°C / 92°F | 24°C / 75°F | 4 mm | 59% | 31% |
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses
Is May a good time to visit Exmouth?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Exmouth →Other Australia cities in May
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Exmouth in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Exmouth?
May is a reasonable time for Exmouth: highs around 28°C and about 34 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Exmouth in May?
Average highs are about 28°C (83°F) and average lows about 20°C (68°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Exmouth in May?
Exmouth typically gets around 34 mm of rain in May — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Exmouth (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.