May weather forecastCape Dorset, Canada
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Cape Dorset, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between -6.3°C (20.7°F) and -2.1°C (28.2°F).Temperature
May's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's -9.3°C (15.3°F) to a still subzero cold -2.1°C (28.2°F). Cape Dorset documents an average low-temperature of -6.3°C (20.7°F) for the nights of May.Humidity
In Cape Dorset, the average relative humidity in May is 87%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout May, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is accumulated. In Cape Dorset, during the entire year, the rain falls for 65.3 days and collects up to 263mm (10.35") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Cape Dorset, Canada, are January through December. In Cape Dorset, in May, during 16.7 snowfall days, 83mm (3.27") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150.5 snowfall days, and 650mm (25.59") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Cape Dorset, in May, the average water temperature is -1°C (30.2°F).Note: For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 18h and 33min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 4:34 am and sunset at 9:32 pm. On the last day of May, in Cape Dorset, sunrise is at 2:59 am and sunset at 11:08 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Cape Dorset, the average sunshine in May is 5.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in May translates into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average high temperature in May: -2.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (9.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-22.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: -6.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (5.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-26.6°C).
Average pressure in May
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average pressure in May: 1014.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (1015mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1007.6mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average wind speed in May: 18.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (23.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (15.3km/h).
Average humidity in May
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average humidity in May: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (97%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average rainfall in May: 23mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (40mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average rainfall days in May: 4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average snowfall in May: 83mm
The month with the highest snowfall is November (112mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (1mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average snowfall days in May: 16.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (20.9 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average sea temperature in May: -1°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (-2°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average daylight in May: 18h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 5h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average UV index in May: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average cloud cover in May: 72
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 87).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 45).
Average visibility in May
Cape Dorset, Canada
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The month with the highest visibility is July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).
