Darwin vs Melbourne in May

Darwin and Melbourne are nearly tied in May — 78 vs 79 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Darwin is sweltering, dry, clean air; Melbourne is cool, a little rain, clean air.

Darwin vs MelbourneMay climate, side by side

DarwinMelbourne
Comfort score78/100 (B)79/100 (B)
Feels-like high35°C15°C
Avg high / low33° / 22°18° / 9°
Rainfall14 mm49 mm
Rainy days28
Humidity59%76%
Air quality (AQI)3636

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Darwin vs Melbourne in May — FAQ

Is May better in Darwin or Melbourne?
Darwin and Melbourne are nearly tied in May — 78 vs 79 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Darwin is sweltering, dry, clean air; Melbourne is cool, a little rain, clean air.
What is the weather like in Darwin vs Melbourne in May?
In May, Darwin averages 33°C high / 22°C low with about 14 mm of rain; Melbourne averages 18°C high / 9°C low with about 49 mm.