Sea Temperature in Sydney in May

Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Atlantic Ocean in Sydney in May. Historical daily data. Climate details for May. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Sydney. 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 Sydney in May

32°F

MINIMUN

39°F

AVERAGE

46°F

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in May in Sydney

Water Temperature Chart for Atlantic Ocean in Sydney in May

Sea Temperature Table in Sydney in May Over the Past Years

Day	2024	2023	2022	Average
May 1	37°C	34°C	34°C	35°C
May 2	37°C	34°C	34°C	35°C
May 3	36°C	34°C	34°C	35°C
May 4	36°C	34°C	34°C	35°C
May 5	37°C	34°C	36°C	36°C
May 6	37°C	34°C	36°C	36°C
May 7	37°C	34°C	36°C	37°C
May 8	36°C	34°C	36°C	36°C
May 9	37°C	34°C	37°C	37°C
May 10	37°C	34°C	37°C	37°C
May 11	39°C	34°C	37°C	37°C
May 12	37°C	34°C	37°C	37°C
May 13	37°C	34°C	39°C	37°C
May 14	39°C	34°C	39°C	38°C
May 15	41°C	34°C	39°C	38°C
May 16	41°C	34°C	41°C	39°C
May 17	41°C	34°C	41°C	39°C
May 18	41°C	34°C	41°C	39°C
May 19	43°C	34°C	41°C	40°C
May 20	41°C	36°C	39°C	40°C
May 21	43°C	36°C	39°C	40°C
May 22	43°C	36°C	39°C	40°C
May 23	43°C	36°C	39°C	40°C
May 24	41°C	36°C	43°C	41°C
May 25	41°C	36°C	43°C	41°C
May 26	41°C	36°C	43°C	41°C
May 27	43°C	36°C	43°C	41°C
May 28	41°C	37°C	43°C	41°C
May 29	41°C	37°C	43°C	41°C
May 30	41°C	37°C	43°C	41°C

Sydney Climate and Swimming Opportunities in May

57°F

Average Day Air Temperature

45°F

Average Night Air Temperature

2 in

Precipitation Amount per Month

13 days

Number of Rainy Days

16 hrs

Daylight
per Day

6 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

11 mph

Average Wind Speed

83%

Average
humidity

Sydney lies within the Nova Scotia in Canada. The average daytime temperature in Sydney in May is 14°C (58°F), while the nighttime average is 7°C (44°F). There are typically 13 rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 60 mm (2.4 inches). The daylight duration in May in Sydney is 16 hours, with an average of 6 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in May is 18 km/h (11 mph), and the humidity level is around 83%.

The water temperature in Sydney in May ranges from 1°C to 5°C (34°F to 41°F). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 2°C (36°F), shifting to 3°C (37°F) by mid-May and reaching 5°C (41°F) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Sydney for May is 3°C (37°F). The water remains dangerously cold, but the slightly warmer air can make short swims somewhat more bearable. Still, only for the well-prepared.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in May in Sydney

What is the sea temperature in Sydney in May?

The water temperature in the Atlantic Ocean in Sydney in May ranges from 1°C to 5°C (34°F to 41°F).

Is it possible to swim in the Atlantic Ocean in Sydney in May?

The average sea temperature in Sydney in May is 3°C (37°F), and the air temperature is 14°C (58°F), so the water remains dangerously cold, but the slightly warmer air can make short swims somewhat more bearable. Still, only for the well-prepared.