Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
May
Weather in May
Temperature
May's arrival in Kingston, Canada, signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's frosty 8.7°C (47.7°F) to a refreshing 15.3°C (59.5°F). The average low-temperature, in May, in Kingston, is a chilly 8.1°C (46.6°F).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In Kingston, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 76mm (2.99") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 170.3 rainfall days, and 830mm (32.68") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Kingston are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Kingston. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Kingston aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 67.5 snowfall days, and 649mm (25.55") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Kingston, the average seawater temperature in May is 5.6°C (42.1°F).Note: Engaging in a swim in 5.6°C (42.1°F) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 10°C (50°F) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 47min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of May, in Kingston, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.2h.UV index
In Kingston, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Kingston?
What is the average humidity in May in Kingston?
How much does it rain in Kingston in May?
What is the last month it snows in Kingston?
How cold is the water in May in Kingston?
How many hours of daylight does Kingston have in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Kingston?
How many hours of sunshine does Kingston have in May?
How high is the UV index in May in Kingston?
Average temperature in May
Kingston, Canada
- Average high temperature in May: 15.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.2°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 8.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.4°C).
Average pressure in May
Kingston, Canada
- Average pressure in May: 1015mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1012.8mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Kingston, Canada
- Average wind speed in May: 13.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.7km/h).
Average humidity in May
Kingston, Canada
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, August, September and November (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Kingston, Canada
- Average rainfall in May: 76mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (92mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (53mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Kingston, Canada
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Kingston, Canada
- Average snowfall in May: 1mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (164mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Kingston, Canada
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Kingston, Canada
- Average sea temperature in May: 5.6°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (2°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kingston, Canada
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Kingston, Canada
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Kingston, Canada
- Average UV index in May: 4
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Kingston, Canada
- Average cloud cover in May: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Kingston, Canada
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (8km).
