Australia Melbourne Weather in May (autumn) — Climate Guide
May (autumn) in Melbourne is Mild + cool
May (autumn) is Mild + cool for Melbourne.
May is shoulder season transitioning to winter. Hotel rates at low-season lows. Indoor activities focus — museums, restaurants, brunch. Yarra Valley wineries still pleasant for autumn foliage + cooler tastings.
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Melbourne May (autumn) Weather Stats
Avg High
17°C
Avg Low
9°C
Rainy Days
11
60mm total
Sunshine
5h
Daily avg
Humidity
75%
Cool + damp
UV Index
4
Moderate
Wind
16 km/h
Gusts 32
Sea Temp
16°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
May (autumn) Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
10 μg/m³
PM10
22 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
16°C
Nighttime
8°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
16 km/h
Max gust 32 km/h
Activities Recommended for May (autumn)
May (autumn) Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Lowest hotel rates Sep-May (40% off summer)
- Yarra Valley autumn foliage
- Indoor restaurant season
Cons
- Cool + rainy
- Shorter daylight
May (autumn) Events & Festivals
- Mother's Day (2nd Sunday)
Melbourne in May (autumn) — Full Picture
May is shoulder season transitioning to winter. Hotel rates at low-season lows. Indoor activities focus — museums, restaurants, brunch. Yarra Valley wineries still pleasant for autumn foliage + cooler tastings.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Late autumn — high 17°C, low 9°C. Trench coat + sweater + scarf. Some rain (11 days).
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current20.3°C
11°C
9.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
13.7°C
6.7°C
14/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
19.7°C
9.3°C
13/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
25.3°C
14.3°C
8.3/mo
Melbourne Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26° | 15° | 8d·47mm | 9h | 60% | 12 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 26° | 15° | 7d·48mm | 9h | 62% | 11 | Busy | Peak | |
| March (autumn — best month) (Best) | 24° | 13° | 8d·50mm | 8h | 65% | 8 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 20° | 11° | 9d·58mm | 6h | 70% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 17° | 9° | 11d·60mm | 5h | 75% | 4 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 14° | 7° | 14d·49mm | 4h | 78% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 13° | 6° | 14d·48mm | 4h | 80% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 14° | 7° | 14d·51mm | 5h | 76% | 4 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 17° | 8° | 13d·58mm | 6h | 70% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 20° | 9° | 14d·65mm | 7h | 65% | 8 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 22° | 11° | 12d·60mm | 8h | 65% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| 24° | 13° | 10d·60mm | 8h | 60% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is May (autumn) a good time to visit Melbourne?
Melbourne in May (autumn) is Mild + cool. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Melbourne in May (autumn)?
Melbourne May (autumn) averages a high of 17°C and a low of 9°C.
Does it rain much in Melbourne in May (autumn)?
Melbourne May (autumn) averages 60mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Melbourne in May (autumn)?
Late autumn — high 17°C, low 9°C. Trench coat + sweater + scarf. Some rain (11 days).
What time are sunrise and sunset in Melbourne in May (autumn)?
Melbourne May (autumn) sunrise is 07:30 and sunset is 17:25, with 9h 55m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Melbourne in May (autumn)?
Melbourne May (autumn) air quality (AQI) averages 38, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 10μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Melbourne in May (autumn)?
In May (autumn), Melbourne is great for Museums, Yarra Valley (autumn foliage), Indoor cafés + brunch.
Is May (autumn) peak season in Melbourne?
Melbourne May (autumn) crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.