Monthly climate guide
Margaret River weather in May
May in Margaret River is typically mild, with average daytime highs around 19°C (67°F) and night-time lows near 15°C (59°F). The month usually brings about 83 mm of rain (some rain) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than April and 2°C warmer than June.
What stands out in May
- There's little difference between day and night (around 5°C).
- In Margaret River, May is late autumn — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
- Rain is above Margaret River's usual level, by about 51%.
- Compared with Cairns, Margaret River runs roughly 5°C cooler this month.
Avg high
19°C
67°F
Avg low
15°C
59°F
Rainfall
83 mm
some rain
Humidity
74%
relative
Sky
70%
cloud · often cloudy
Margaret River weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C / 76°F | 17°C / 63°F | 21 mm | 68% | 53% |
| February | 25°C / 77°F | 18°C / 64°F | 14 mm | 69% | 52% |
| March | 24°C / 75°F | 17°C / 63°F | 25 mm | 70% | 59% |
| April | 22°C / 71°F | 16°C / 61°F | 45 mm | 73% | 68% |
| May | 19°C / 67°F | 15°C / 59°F | 83 mm | 74% | 70% |
| June | 18°C / 64°F | 14°C / 57°F | 108 mm | 76% | 75% |
| July | 17°C / 62°F | 13°C / 55°F | 112 mm | 77% | 76% |
| August | 17°C / 62°F | 13°C / 55°F | 101 mm | 77% | 74% |
| September | 17°C / 62°F | 12°C / 54°F | 71 mm | 77% | 73% |
| October | 19°C / 65°F | 13°C / 56°F | 35 mm | 76% | 68% |
| November | 21°C / 69°F | 14°C / 58°F | 27 mm | 72% | 63% |
| December | 23°C / 73°F | 16°C / 60°F | 18 mm | 69% | 57% |
What to pack for May
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is May a good time to visit Margaret River?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Margaret River →Other Australia cities in May
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Margaret River in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Margaret River?
May is a reasonable time for Margaret River: highs around 19°C and about 83 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Margaret River in May?
Average highs are about 19°C (67°F) and average lows about 15°C (59°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Margaret River in May?
Margaret River typically gets around 83 mm of rain in May — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Margaret River (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.