End of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Port Douglas & Daintree in May
Port Douglas & Daintree edges cooler than April, with highs of 79°F (26°C), lows of 72°F (22°C) and about 3.2 in (82 mm) of rain.
It scores 80/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 79°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 72°F (22°C)
- Rain
- 3.2 in (82 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 50%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 14 min
- Comfort score
- 80/100 · Great
What May feels like
Days are warm, averaging 79°F (26°C).
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 72°F (22°C).
Humidity averages 81%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Some rain is likely, about 3.2 in (82 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around May
May is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (July – October).
- The drier spell starts: rain falls to 3.2 in (82 mm) after 7.0 in (179 mm) in April.
- Comfort improves from 63/100 in April to 80/100.
- May sits inside the May – Oct window our Sydney, Blue Mountains & the Reef route recommends.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothes79°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics81% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.2 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Port Douglas & Daintree in May
May is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Mossman Gorge
Rainforest gorge in Daintree National Park with clear river pools and Kuku Yalanji guided walks.
Why now May scores 80/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Four Mile Beach
Long palm-lined beach beside Port Douglas, with a netted swim area in stinger season.
Why now Highs near 79°F and 3.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Hemingway's Brewery
Waterfront brewery at the Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina with craft beers and marina views.
Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas
Wildlife park with tropical habitats, cassowaries, koalas and breakfast with the birds.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Daintree Ice Cream Company
Orchard farm making ice cream from its own tropical fruit, in a set tasting cup.
Nearby in May
- Cairns in May~36 mi · highs 79°F, 4.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Port Douglas & Daintree in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Port Douglas & Daintree?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 80/100 against a best of 96 in July – October. Expect highs of 79°F (26°C) and 3.2 in (82 mm) of rain. May is inside the May – Oct window our Sydney, Blue Mountains & the Reef route recommends.
How hot is Port Douglas & Daintree in May?
Average highs are 79°F (26°C) and average lows 72°F (22°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Port Douglas & Daintree in May?
Some: about 3.2 in (82 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 73.9 in (1877 mm).
What should I pack for Port Douglas & Daintree in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (79°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (81% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.2 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Port Douglas & Daintree
Routes in season in May
- Sydney, Blue Mountains & the Reef May – Oct
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