Hobart Weather in May
Australia · May climate averages and travel tips
Avg high14°C (57°F)
Avg low8°C (46°F)
Rainfall56 mm (2.2 in)
RatingGood 7/10
In May, Hobart has average highs of 14°C (57°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F). May is autumn (fall) in Australia. The month is fairly dry, with about 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain spread over 12 days. You get roughly 9.5 hours of daylight and frequently cloudy skies.
Is May a good time to visit Hobart?
May is a good time to visit Hobart (7/10), though January to March are even better.
May weather at a glance
| Average high | 14°C (57°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 8°C (46°F) |
| Daily mean | 11°C (51°F) |
| Rainfall | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 12 |
| Humidity | 82% |
| Cloud cover | 62% |
| Daylight | 9.5 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 4 hours/day |
| Wind | 14.4 km/h |
| vs April | 3°C cooler than April, with similar rainfall. |
What to pack for Hobart in May
- a warm jacket and layers
- an umbrella or rain jacket
Hobart weather in other months
Jan22°C / 12°C54 mmExcellentFeb21°C / 12°C47 mmExcellentMar20°C / 12°C54 mmExcellentApr17°C / 10°C49 mmExcellentMay14°C / 8°C56 mmGoodJun12°C / 7°C58 mmGoodJul11°C / 6°C56 mmFairAug12°C / 6°C67 mmFairSep14°C / 7°C65 mmGoodOct15°C / 8°C73 mmGoodNov18°C / 9°C68 mmExcellentDec19°C / 11°C67 mmExcellent
← AprilBest time to visit HobartJune →
Better weather in May nearby
- Sydney20°C · 43 mm · Excellent
- Perth21°C · 73 mm · Excellent
- Gold Coast23°C · 74 mm · Excellent
- Adelaide19°C · 49 mm · Excellent
- Kingston21°C · 72 mm · Excellent
- Brisbane23°C · 78 mm · Excellent
Nearby in May
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