May 13 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Melbourne. With minimal rain risk (12%) and pleasant highs of 17°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Melbourne is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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Essential Travel Info for Melbourne
Currency
AUD
$ Australian dollar
Language
English
Driving
Left side
Connect
The main post office in Melbourne's CBD ...
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.565
Melbourne Weather Forecast for May 13
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 16.5°C. 12% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Melbourne in May
Based on historical data for May 13, Melbourne typically experiences temperatures between 9.1°C and 16.5°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (12% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Melbourne
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
16.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
9.1°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
16.5°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
12%
Avg 0.6mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
60%
Overcast
Pressure
1021.6 hPa
Medium volatility
Melbourne Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 97% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 200 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 300 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 500 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12.6°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Australia
Flight Traffic
High
85/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~422
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Melbourne
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:12
☀️ Noon
13:17
🌇 Sunset
18:23
⏱️ Daylight
10h 10m
Wind Speed
15.6 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
7.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
78%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Melbourne
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
High pressure may reduce activity.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Melbourne on May 13 averages 16.5°C with a 12% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 96/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Melbourne Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Melbourne Worth Visiting on May 13?
Planning a trip to Melbourne on May 13? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 16.5°C with a 12% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 422 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Australia, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 15.4°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.35m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 13 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 21.3°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 7.5°C in 2021.