Canada Weather in May: Temperature, Precipitation, Wind
In May, Canada experiences the transition from spring to summer. On average, temperatures range from a daily minimum of 7.4°C (45.3°F) to a maximum of 19.4°C (66.9°F), with an overall average of 13.7°C (56.6°F). These temperatures are generally comfortable and signify the arrival of warmer conditions across the country. Humidity levels in May average around 54.8%, which is relatively moderate and adds to the overall pleasantness of the weather. Winds are moderately strong, with an average speed of 21.3 km/h (13.2 mph) and gusts up to 35.0 km/h (21.7 mph). This indicates a breezy atmosphere, especially in coastal regions. May brings an average of 1.8 mm (0.07 inches) of precipitation per day, with a 32.3% chance of precipitation on any given day. There is an average of 10.1 days in the month with some form of precipitation, and May tends to be one of the drier months of the year. The most common type of precipitation is rain, and there is no significant snowfall expected during this time. The skies in Canada during May are partly cloudy on average, with an average cloud cover of 40.9%. This means that there are still plenty of sunny days to enjoy, with an average of 14.8 hours of daylight. The sun rises around 5:32 am local time and sets around 8:26 pm local time. Overall, May is a pleasant month to visit Canada, with mild temperatures, moderate humidity, and a mix of sunny and rainy days.
What is the temperature in Canada in May?
Average air temperature in Canada is 13.7°C (56.6°F) in May. The outside temperature in Canada feels like 12.9°C (55.3°F) on a typical May day. The highest average temperature during sunny days is 19.4°C (66.9°F) and feels like 19.1°C (66.4°F). The lowest average temperature after dark is 7.4°C (45.3°F) which feels like 5.9°C (42.7°F).
How hot is Canada in May?
The hot temperature in May in Canada rises to 31.3°C (88.3°F) on sunny days with low cloud coverage and 54.8% humidity. During hottest days of May it feels like 29.8 °C (85.6°F). The average maximum temp in Canada is 19.4°C (85.6°F) during day time in May.
How cold is Canada in May?
The coldest temp in Canada in May drops to -0.5°C (31.1°F) during the cold nights. With 21.3km/h (13.2mph) winds and 54.8% humidity it feels like -3.5°C (25.7°F) on the coldest nights. The average minimum temperature is 7.4°C (45.3°F) during night time in May.
Does it rain in Canada in May?
Yes, it rains for 10 days in Canada in May averaging 1.8 mm of precipitation. Canada has a 32.3% chance for rain throughout the entire month of May.
How much does it rain in Canada throughout May?
Canada has 1.8 mm (0.07 inch) of rain per day on average in May. It rains for an average of 10 days out of the entire month.
Is Canada windy in May?
The average speed of wind in Canada during May is 21.3km/h (13.2mph) and average windgust is 35km/h (21.8mph). On some days in May wind can reach up to 34.6km/h (21.5mph).
What is the direction of the wind in Canada in May?
Most days of May the wind is blowing from Southwest direction in Canada.
What are the humidity levels in Canada in May?
The average humidity levels in Canada in May are 54.8%. Daily humidity levels in Canada range from 35.1% to 87.8% during May.
How many hours of daylight are in Canada in May?
Canada has 14 hours 54 minutes of daylight in May on average. Sunset and sunrise times gradually change throughout the month. Sunrise in Canada in May is at 5:32:47 and the sunset is at 20:26:59.
What is the cloud coverage in Canada in May?
Clouds cover 40.9% of the sky on average throughout May in Canada. The cloud coverage ranges from 7.1% to 96% depending on the day of the month.
What is the UV level in May in Canada?
The average UV index in Canada is 7.8 in May. UV levels change throughout the month and range from 1 to 10.
What is the solar radiation in Canada in May?
The average solar radiation is 227.6 W/m2 (Watts per square meter) in Canada during May. However solar radiation levels change throughout the month and range from 41 W/m2 to 304.8 W/m2.
What is the solar energy during May in Canada?
The average solar energy during May in Canada is 19.7 MJ/m2 (megajoules per square metre). Solar energy ranges from 3.5 MJ/m2, to 26.3 MJ/m2 during May.
Are there severe weather risks in Canada in May?
Yes, there is a 10% risk for severe weather in Canada in May.
What is the air pressure in Canada in May?
On average the air pressure in Canada in May is 1016.5 mb (millibars). Throughout the month the sea level pressure ranges from 986.4 mb to 1027 mb.
What is the visibility in Canada in May?
The average daylight visibility in Canada in May is 22.8 km (14.2 miles). Depending on the precipitation the visibility ranges from 13.6 km (8.5 miles) to 24 km (14.9 miles) throughout May.
What is the dew point in Canada in May?
The average dew point in Canada during May is 3.6°C (38.5°F).
Where is the data for Canada climate in May coming from?
The climate data for Canada in May is collected from the following weather stations.
- OTTAWA CDA RCS ONT, CA
- KEMPTVILLE CS ONT, CA
- OTTAWA MACDONALD CARTIER INTERNATIONAL, CA
- CXKE
- EW2286 Orleans CA
- EW3670 Ottawa CA
- EW6946 Ottawa CA
- FW0114 Metcalfe CA