May weather forecast
Glace Bay, Canada

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a cool month in Glace Bay, Canada, with an average temperature varying between 4.2°C (39.6°F) and 10.6°C (51.1°F).

Temperature

May's onset brings a temperature rise, moving from a cold 5.3°C (41.5°F) in April to a cool 10.6°C (51.1°F). In May, Glace Bay experiences a temperature dip to an average of 4.2°C (39.6°F) at night.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In May, in Glace Bay, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout May, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.9 rainfall days, and 651mm (25.63") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Glace Bay aggregates 11mm (0.43") of snow. In Glace Bay, Canada, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.9 days and aggregates up to 428mm (16.85") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Glace Bay, Canada, in May, the average water temperature is 4.1°C (39.4°F).
Note: In the activity of swimming, this state poses an instant danger to life. Breathing control is completely lost, impeding any form of clear thinking. Employing a specialized swimsuit is crucial to minimize thermal loss.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Glace Bay is 15h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of May, in Glace Bay, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 8:43 pm ADT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Glace Bay is 7.3h.

UV index

In Glace Bay, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Glace Bay?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Glace Bay, is 10.6°C (51.1°F) and the average low-temperature is 4.2°C (39.6°F).

What is the least humid month in Glace Bay?

May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the least humid months in Glace Bay.

What is the average humidity in May in Glace Bay?

In Glace Bay, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How many days does it rain in May in Glace Bay?

In Glace Bay, Canada, in May, during 14.1 rainfall days, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Glace Bay?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Glace Bay, Canada. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Glace Bay aggregates 11mm (0.43") of snow.

What is the water temperature in May in Glace Bay?

In Glace Bay, Canada, in May, the average water temperature is 4.1°C (39.4°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

How many hours of daylight does Glace Bay have in May?

In Glace Bay, Canada, the average day length in May is 15h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Glace Bay?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Glace Bay, Canada, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 8:43 pm ADT.

How many hours of sunshine does Glace Bay have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Glace Bay, Canada, is 7.3h.

How high is the UV index in May in Glace Bay?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Glace Bay, Canada, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Glace Bay, Canada

Average temperature in May - Glace Bay, Canada
  • Average high temperature in May: 10.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-1.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 4.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-7.3°C).

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Average pressure in May
Glace Bay, Canada

Average pressure in May - Glace Bay, Canada
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Glace Bay, Canada

Average wind speed in May - Glace Bay, Canada
  • Average wind speed in May: 15.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (20.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Glace Bay, Canada

Average humidity in May - Glace Bay, Canada
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, August and September (81%).

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Average rainfall in May
Glace Bay, Canada

Average rainfall in May - Glace Bay, Canada
  • Average rainfall in May: 48mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (68mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (37mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Glace Bay, Canada

Average rainfall days in May - Glace Bay, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Glace Bay, Canada

Average snowfall in May - Glace Bay, Canada
  • Average snowfall in May: 11mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (117mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Glace Bay, Canada

Average snowfall days in May - Glace Bay, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Glace Bay, Canada

Average sea temperature in May - Glace Bay, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in May: 4.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (-0.7°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Glace Bay, Canada

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Glace Bay, Canada
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Glace Bay, Canada

Average sunshine days in May - Glace Bay, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Glace Bay, Canada

Average UV index in May - Glace Bay, Canada
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Glace Bay, Canada

Average cloud cover in May - Glace Bay, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in May
Glace Bay, Canada

Average visibility in May - Glace Bay, Canada
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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