What is the weather like in Brisbane in May?

Expect temperatures between 14°C and 23°C with 16% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Brisbane in May?

Brisbane in May scores 67/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Very good conditions overall.

Who should visit Brisbane in May?

May in Brisbane is ideal for: Families with children, Outdoor enthusiasts, Photographers, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples.

Brisbane Weather in May | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

23°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

14°C

Coolest around day 30

Rainy Days

0days

16% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Sea Temperature in May

Coral Sea

20.8°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🏊Pleasant

Comfortable for most swimmers

Swim Rating

👍Good for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coral Sea

Brisbane coastline

Essential Travel Info for Brisbane

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Currency

AUD

$ Australian dollar

Language

English

Driving

Left side

Connect

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Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.565

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Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Major Hub

96/ 100

Traffic Index

Extremely busy airport

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Aug

Low

Feb

Monthly Traffic Distribution

297

Jan

260

Feb

262

Mar

337

Apr

366

May

712

Jun

902

Jul

915

Aug

875

Sep

860

Oct

472

Nov

619

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

6 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Australia. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Australia.

Japanese Encephalitis

Japanese encephalitis is mainly a concern in the Murray River, and the Outer Torres Strait Islands area.Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or traveling at times outside of the Japanese encephalitis season.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Australia.If rabies exposures occur while in Australia, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Yellow Fever

CDC recommendations:Vaccine isnotrecommended.Country entry requirements:Direct travel from United States: Vaccine isnotrequired.Travel from countries with risk for YF virus transmission: Vaccine isrequiredfor travelers ≥1 year old; this includes >12-hour airport transits or layovers in countries with risk for YF virus transmission.3Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is May a Good Time to Visit Brisbane?

👍Very good conditions overall(67/100)

Short Answer

Beach lovers rejoice: Brisbane's May features 20.8°C sea temperatures alongside 23°C air temps. Just 16% rain risk makes this prime swimming season.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Ideal temperature range

22.7°C - perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Dengue

Plenty of sunshine

8.7h of sunshine daily

Calm, family-friendly seas

0m wave height - Lake-like

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

40% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Families with children
Comfortable 22.7°C temperatures and low 16% rain risk
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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 22.7°C, 16% rain chance
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Photographers
8.7h sunshine, 59% clear skies for golden hour shots
🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
💑
Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 99/100 with romantic weather conditions

Who Should Avoid

👴
Elderly travelers
75% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Brisbane in May averages 23°C with 16% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Brisbane in May

What are the temperatures in Brisbane in May?

Daytime highs average 23°C, nights drop to 14°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Brisbane in May?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Brisbane in May?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is May peak season in Brisbane?

This is typically peak season with higher prices. Book 2-3 months ahead.

Brisbane Weather in May

Sea Temperature in May

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Essential Travel Info for Brisbane

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

Flight Connectivity Analysis

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Hepatitis B

Japanese Encephalitis

Measles

Rabies

Yellow Fever

Is May a Good Time to Visit Brisbane?

Decision Factors

Good For

Who Should Avoid

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