May weather forecast
Igloolik, Canada

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a freezing cold month in Igloolik, Canada, with temperature in the range of an average low of -10°C (14°F) and an average high of -3.5°C (25.7°F).

Temperature

The onset of May brings a clear temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from an extreme cold -12.5°C (9.5°F) in April to a subzero cold -3.5°C (25.7°F). Igloolik, in May, observes a steady average low-temperature of -10°C (14°F).

Humidity

In Igloolik, the average relative humidity in May is 87%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 2.1 days. Throughout May, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 42.8 rainfall days, and 153mm (6.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall in Igloolik. In Igloolik, in May, snow falls for 14.1 days, with typically accumulated 62mm (2.44") of snow. In Igloolik, Canada, during the entire year, snow falls for 115.5 days and aggregates up to 431mm (16.97") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 55min.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Igloolik is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Igloolik are January through March, May, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During May, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Igloolik in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Igloolik are -3.5°C (25.7°F) and -10°C (14°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Igloolik?

In Igloolik, Canada, the average relative humidity in May is 87%.

How many days does it rain in May in Igloolik?

In Igloolik, Canada, in May, during 2.1 rainfall days, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in May in Igloolik?

In May, it is snowing for 14.1 days. Throughout May, 62mm (2.44") of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Igloolik have in May?

The average day length in May is 11h and 55min.

How long on average sun shines in May in Igloolik?

The average sunshine duration in May in Igloolik, Canada, is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Igloolik?

January through March, May, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Igloolik?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Igloolik, Canada

Average temperature in May - Igloolik, Canada
  • Average high temperature in May: -3.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (7.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-25.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: -10°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (4.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-29.3°C).

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Average pressure in May
Igloolik, Canada

Average pressure in May - Igloolik, Canada
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1007.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Igloolik, Canada

Average wind speed in May - Igloolik, Canada
  • Average wind speed in May: 16.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (21.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (15.2km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Igloolik, Canada

Average humidity in May - Igloolik, Canada
  • Average humidity in May: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Igloolik, Canada

Average rainfall in May - Igloolik, Canada
  • Average rainfall in May: 14mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (22mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (3mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Igloolik, Canada

Average rainfall days in May - Igloolik, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (9.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Igloolik, Canada

Average snowfall in May - Igloolik, Canada
  • Average snowfall in May: 62mm

The month with the highest snowfall is October (71mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Igloolik, Canada

Average snowfall days in May - Igloolik, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Igloolik, Canada

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Igloolik, Canada
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 48min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Igloolik, Canada

Average sunshine days in May - Igloolik, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (15.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Igloolik, Canada

Average UV index in May - Igloolik, Canada
  • Average UV index in May: 1

The months with the highest UV index are April, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, May, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Igloolik, Canada

Average cloud cover in May - Igloolik, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in May: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 44).

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Average visibility in May
Igloolik, Canada

Average visibility in May - Igloolik, Canada
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (7km).

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