Byron Bay – The Pass in May
May is a good month for surfing at Byron Bay – The Pass (best: July–September).
Plan your trip to Byron Bay – The PassEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 1.3 m on average (daily maximum)
- Air: 22°C by day, 15°C at night
- Weather: 25 sunny days, 19 rainy days
Byron Bay – The PassNew South Wales, AustraliaBeginner-friendly · ✈ BNK 23 kmWave height per month (m, average daily max)
Water temperature per month (°C)
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in May
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Noosa – Noosa RiverAustralia · 255 km away · water 23°C2.1 m waves2
Gold Coast – Snapper RocksAustralia · 53 km away · water 23°C1.4 m waves3
Burleigh HeadsAustralia · 63 km away · water 23°C1.4 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in May →Questions
Is May a good time for surfing at Byron Bay – The Pass?
May is a good month for surfing at Byron Bay – The Pass (best: July–September). Waves 1.3 m, air 22°C.
How big are the waves at Byron Bay – The Pass in May?
About 1.3 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Byron Bay – The Pass in May?
Around 22°C by day and 15°C at night, with about 25 sunny and 19 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in May?
Within 1,500 km: Noosa – Noosa River (2.1 m waves), Gold Coast – Snapper Rocks (1.4 m waves) & Burleigh Heads (1.4 m waves).