Wollongong weather in May

Wollongong, Australia
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May in Wollongong: nice, a little rain, with clean air — a great time to visit.

#8 of 12 months in Wollongong · #653 of 897 destinations to visit in May · comfort 75/100 (tier B)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

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Wollongong climate normals — May

Daytime high18°C / 65°F😎 nice
Nighttime low14°C / 57°F
Rainfall70 mm / 2.7 in🌦 some rain
Rainy days9 days
Humidity72%💧 humid
Dew point10°C / 50°F
Sunshine8.6 h/day
Daylight10.3 h
Wind21 km/h / 13 mph
Air quality (US AQI)29🍃 good

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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Wollongong in May — FAQ

Is May a good time to visit Wollongong?
May in Wollongong: nice, a little rain, with clean air — a great time to visit. It ranks #8 of 12 months for Wollongong on SeasonMap's comfort score (75/100).
What is the weather like in Wollongong in May?
In May, Wollongong averages a daily high of 18.4°C and a low of 13.7°C, with about 69.8 mm of rain over roughly 9 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Wollongong in May?
Wollongong has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 29 in May.

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