May weather forecastFort McMurray, Canada
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Fort McMurray, Canada, with an average temperature fluctuating between 4.4°C (39.9°F) and 16.6°C (61.9°F).Temperature
The onset of May marks a clear increase in the average high-temperature, escalating from a cold 5.4°C (41.7°F) in April to a refreshing 16.6°C (61.9°F). Contrasted against daytime highs, Fort McMurray records an average nighttime low of 4.4°C (39.9°F) in May.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 55%, May is the least humid month in Fort McMurray.Rainfall
In Fort McMurray, during May, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation. In Fort McMurray, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.2 days and collects up to 314mm (12.36") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Fort McMurray are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.8 snowfall days, in May, Fort McMurray aggregates 21mm (0.83") of snow. In Fort McMurray, during the entire year, snow falls for 103.4 days and aggregates up to 731mm (28.78") of snow.Daylight
In Fort McMurray, the average length of the day in May is 16h and 30min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 9:08 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:42 am and sunset at 10:04 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9.9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Fort McMurray is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average high temperature in May: 16.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-11.6°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 4.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-19.6°C).
Average pressure in May
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average pressure in May: 1014.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1009.8mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average wind speed in May: 10.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.5km/h).
Average humidity in May
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average humidity in May: 55%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (55%).
Average rainfall in May
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average rainfall in May: 21mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (59mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (11mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average rainfall days in May: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average snowfall in May: 21mm
The months with the highest snowfall are March and April (115mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average snowfall days in May: 1.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (19.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average daylight in May: 16h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average sunshine days in May: 18.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (11 days).
Average UV index in May
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in May
Fort McMurray, Canada
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5km).
