Excellent weather conditions in May make this month the ideal time to visit Perth and explore all that Western Australia’s capital has to offer. Here’s what you can expect on your trip to Perth in May.
Although May marks the start of the colder season in Perth, temperatures remain warm throughout the month. However, nights can get quite cool and sudden rain downpours are common.
To learn more about the best times to visit other regions of the country, read our Guide to Seasons in Australia.
The temperatures in Perth in May are mild and pleasant, ranging from 21 °C (70 °F) during the daytime to 13 °C (56 °F) at night.
If you visit Perth in May, you’ll still be able to swim and enjoy water sports. The average sea temperature at this time of the year is 22.2 °C (72 °F).
Known as Australia’s sunniest capital, Perth has an average of 6 sunshine hours per day in May. There are around 10.5 hours of daylight, with sunrise between 6:48 am and 7:07 am and sunset between 5:38 pm and 5:20 pm at the end of the month.
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4, which represents a moderate risk from exposure to the sun. Sunscreen is recommended if you’re spending time outside, in particular if you have sensitive skin.
Most of the rain in Perth falls between May and September, and in May there is almost as much rain as the previous 4 months combined. There's a 17% chance of rain on a typical day.
In May, Perth is moderately humid with an average of 61% relative humidity.
Perth’s event calendar in May is packed with festivals, cultural experiences, and a variety of regional events to suit everyone’s interests. Here’s our pick of the best late autumn experiences.
Raeburn Orchards, located in the Perth Hills, is one of the best spots to soak up the spectacular autumn scenery. In May, the persimmon trees turn vibrant shades of bright orange and red, creating a perfect backdrop for your autumn holiday photos.
The Revealed Market, held on the last weekend in May at the Fremantle Arts Centre, showcases a wide diversity of Aboriginal arts, including paintings, textiles, woven artefacts, and jewellery. All artworks are made and sold ethically and 100% of sales revenue is returned directly to the artists.
There’s no better place to spend an idyllic autumn afternoon than the Fruit Corner, a family-run orchard that planted its first apple tree more than 50 years ago. The orchard is open every day from late summer to early winter for picking Granny Smith and Pink Lady apples.
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