Melbourne · May
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 61°F, low 48°F. Humidity averages 76% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 15 rain days — plan around the radar. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
61° / 48°F
Humidity
76%
Rain days
15/mo
Wind
13 mph
What May feels like in Melbourne
Sunrise
07:13
Mid-month average
Sunset
17:20
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Melbourne in May
The kit for May in Melbourne: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
May vs the surrounding months
vs April
-7° avg high
+2 rain days
Melbourne in April →
May
61°F avg high
15 rain days
Best: morning
vs June
+5° avg high
0 rain days
Melbourne in June →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Melbourne in May?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Melbourne in May?+
Average high 61°F, average low 48°F.
How does May compare to surrounding months in Melbourne?+
Compared to April (avg high 68°F), May is cooler. Compared to June (avg high 57°F), May is warmer.
Does it rain often in Melbourne in May?+
Expect about 15 measurable rain days in May, on average.