Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Byron Bay, Australia, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 18°C (65°F). Highs can soar to 26°C (79°F), while lows may dip to 11°C (52°F). Typically, the humidity level in Byron Bay throughout May hovers around 73%.
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In May, Byron Bay averages 61 mm (2.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 10 hours 40 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 10 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 54% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Byron Bay reaches a maximum of 7, indicating a level of High exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 25 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||||