Typical Run Score
88
Great
Sydney · May
Running in Sydney in May
Typical May running conditions in Sydney — and a live Run Score so you can see how today compares with the norm.
Avg temperature
58°F
Ideal
Avg dew point
51°F
Comfortable
Best window
6–11 AM
Local time
Sydney · today vs the May normTemperature · dew point · wind · timing
How May compares in Sydney
May ranks 2nd of 12 months for running in Sydney, with a typical daytime Run Score of 88 (Great). For reference, the best month is June (score 90) and the hardest is January (score 67). The kindest window in May is typically 6–11 AM. Precipitation falls in roughly 24% of hours this month. Use the live tool below to see how today actually compares with the May norm.
Running weather in nearby cities
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Running in Sydney in May: FAQ
Is it good to run in Sydney in May?
Yes — it's one of the better months to run here. The typical daytime Run Score is 88 (Great), with temperatures around 58°F (14°C) and comfortable dew points. The best window is usually 6–11 AM.
How hot is it for running in Sydney in May?
Typical temperatures average 58°F (14°C) (Ideal) with dew points near 51°F. Dew point — not the thermometer — usually decides how hard the run feels.
What is a good Run Score?
Scores run 0–100. 97+ is Perfect, 80–96 is Great — conditions are actively working in your favour. 65–79 (Good) is solid. 45–64 (Mixed) means at least one factor — usually heat or dew point — is taxing you. Below 45 (Poor), expect a noticeably harder effort or hold back for safety.
Why does dew point matter more than temperature?
Your body cools by evaporating sweat. When the dew point climbs above roughly 60°F, the air is too saturated for sweat to evaporate efficiently, so heat builds up even if the thermometer looks reasonable. That's why a 70°F muggy morning can feel harder than a dry 80°F afternoon.
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