Sea Temperature in Nelson Bay in May

Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Tasman Sea in Nelson Bay in May. Historical daily data. Climate details for May. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Nelson Bay. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.

Water Temperature Range in Nelson Bay in May

19°C

MINIMUN

22°C

AVERAGE

25°C

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in May in Nelson Bay

Water Temperature Chart for Tasman Sea in Nelson Bay in May

Sea Temperature Table in Nelson Bay in May Over the Past Years

Day	2024	2023	2022	Average
May 1	22°C	23°C	23°C	22.8°C
May 2	22°C	22°C	23°C	22.5°C
May 3	22°C	22°C	23°C	22.5°C
May 4	22°C	22°C	23°C	22.3°C
May 5	23°C	21°C	23°C	22.5°C
May 6	22°C	22°C	23°C	22.3°C
May 7	22°C	22°C	22°C	22.0°C
May 8	21°C	22°C	22°C	21.8°C
May 9	22°C	21°C	22°C	21.5°C
May 10	21°C	21°C	22°C	21.5°C
May 11	22°C	21°C	22°C	21.8°C
May 12	22°C	21°C	22°C	21.8°C
May 13	22°C	21°C	21°C	21.3°C
May 14	20°C	21°C	21°C	21.0°C
May 15	21°C	21°C	21°C	21.0°C
May 16	21°C	21°C	21°C	21.0°C
May 17	21°C	21°C	21°C	21.0°C
May 18	21°C	21°C	21°C	21.0°C
May 19	21°C	22°C	20°C	20.8°C
May 20	20°C	21°C	22°C	20.8°C
May 21	21°C	21°C	22°C	21.0°C
May 22	22°C	22°C	22°C	21.8°C
May 23	21°C	21°C	22°C	21.3°C
May 24	21°C	21°C	22°C	21.3°C
May 25	22°C	21°C	22°C	21.5°C
May 26	20°C	20°C	22°C	20.8°C
May 27	21°C	21°C	22°C	21.3°C
May 28	21°C	21°C	22°C	21.3°C
May 29	21°C	21°C	22°C	21.3°C
May 30	22°C	21°C	22°C	21.5°C

Nelson Bay Climate and Swimming Opportunities in May

21°C

Average Day Air Temperature

12°C

Average Night Air Temperature

131 mm

Precipitation Amount per Month

11 days

Number of Rainy Days

10 hrs

Daylight
per Day

6 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

13 km/h

Average Wind Speed

70%

Average
humidity

Nelson Bay lies within the New South Wales in Australia. The average daytime temperature in Nelson Bay in May is 21°C (70°F), while the nighttime average is 12°C (53°F). There are typically 11 rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 131 mm (5.2 inches). The daylight duration in May in Nelson Bay is 10 hours, with an average of 6 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in May is 13 km/h (8 mph), and the humidity level is around 70%.

The water temperature in Nelson Bay in May ranges from 20°C to 23°C (68°F to 73°F). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 22°C (72°F), shifting to 21°C (70°F) by mid-May and reaching 21°C (70°F) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Nelson Bay for May is 22°C (72°F). Optimal swimming conditions. The water is warm, and the air is comfortable for drying off and sunbathing.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in May in Nelson Bay

What is the sea temperature in Nelson Bay in May?

The water temperature in the Tasman Sea in Nelson Bay in May ranges from 20°C to 23°C (68°F to 73°F).

Is it possible to swim in the Tasman Sea in Nelson Bay in May?

The average sea temperature in Nelson Bay in May is 22°C (72°F), and the air temperature is 21°C (70°F), so optimal swimming conditions. The water is warm, and the air is comfortable for drying off and sunbathing.