Monthly climate guide
Noosa Heads weather in May
May in Noosa Heads is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 22°C (72°F) and night-time lows near 18°C (64°F). The month usually brings about 79 mm of rain (some rain) and is a mix of sun and cloud. 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 4°C).
- May brings late autumn to Noosa Heads — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
- Just 130 km apart, but Noosa Heads runs about 2°C cooler than Hervey Bay this month.
Avg high
22°C
72°F
Avg low
18°C
64°F
Rainfall
79 mm
some rain
Humidity
72%
relative
Sky
48%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Noosa Heads weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C / 82°F | 23°C / 74°F | 195 mm | 75% | 52% |
| February | 27°C / 81°F | 23°C / 74°F | 202 mm | 78% | 51% |
| March | 26°C / 79°F | 23°C / 73°F | 186 mm | 79% | 57% |
| April | 25°C / 76°F | 21°C / 69°F | 100 mm | 75% | 48% |
| May | 22°C / 72°F | 18°C / 64°F | 79 mm | 72% | 48% |
| June | 20°C / 69°F | 16°C / 61°F | 90 mm | 74% | 52% |
| July | 20°C / 68°F | 15°C / 59°F | 42 mm | 70% | 39% |
| August | 21°C / 70°F | 15°C / 59°F | 49 mm | 67% | 31% |
| September | 23°C / 73°F | 17°C / 63°F | 35 mm | 68% | 33% |
| October | 24°C / 76°F | 19°C / 66°F | 89 mm | 72% | 42% |
| November | 26°C / 79°F | 21°C / 69°F | 57 mm | 72% | 42% |
| December | 27°C / 80°F | 22°C / 72°F | 108 mm | 74% | 52% |
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 Noosa Heads?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Noosa Heads →Other Australia cities in May
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Noosa Heads in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Noosa Heads?
May is a reasonable time for Noosa Heads: highs around 22°C and about 79 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Noosa Heads in May?
Average highs are about 22°C (72°F) and average lows about 18°C (64°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Noosa Heads in May?
Noosa Heads typically gets around 79 mm of rain in May — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Noosa Heads (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.