May weather forecastChurchill, Canada
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is an icy month in Churchill, Canada, with an average temperature varying between 2.3°C (36.1°F) and -3.5°C (25.7°F).Temperature
Churchill in May sees a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from a subzero cold -4.9°C (23.2°F) in April to a cold 2.3°C (36.1°F). Churchill's temperature drops to an average low of -3.5°C (25.7°F) during the nights of May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Churchill is 82%.Rainfall
In Churchill, in May, during 6.5 rainfall days, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Churchill, Canada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 74.7 days and collects up to 294mm (11.57") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In May, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout May, 36mm (1.42") of snow is accumulated. In Churchill, during the entire year, snow falls for 84.6 days and aggregates up to 355mm (13.98") of snow.Sea temperature
In Churchill, the average seawater temperature in May is -1°C (30.2°F).Note: In the context of swimming, this situation is viewed as life-threatening and poses serious risks. The sensation of cold is painfully acute, leading to rapid hyperventilation. Using a specialized swimsuit is imperative to decrease thermal injury.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 16h and 56min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 9:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:17 am and sunset at 10:11 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Churchill, Canada, is 7.2h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Churchill is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In May, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Churchill, Canada
- Average high temperature in May: 2.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (14.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-20.5°C).
- Average low temperature in May: -3.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-25.9°C).
Average pressure in May
Churchill, Canada
- Average pressure in May: 1018.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1020mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1010.1mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Churchill, Canada
- Average wind speed in May: 17.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (23.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (16.8km/h).
Average humidity in May
Churchill, Canada
- Average humidity in May: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Churchill, Canada
- Average rainfall in May: 19mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (63mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (5mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Churchill, Canada
- Average rainfall days in May: 6.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Churchill, Canada
- Average snowfall in May: 36mm
The month with the highest snowfall is November (60mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Churchill, Canada
- Average snowfall days in May: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Churchill, Canada
- Average sea temperature in May: -1°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April and December (-2°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Churchill, Canada
- Average daylight in May: 16h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Churchill, Canada
- Average sunshine days in May: 17.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (11.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Churchill, Canada
- Average UV index in May: 2
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, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Churchill, Canada
- Average cloud cover in May: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 87).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in May
Churchill, Canada
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are June and July (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).
