May weather forecastKitchener, Canada
May
Weather in May
During May, Kitchener experiences a complete transformation with the arrival of summer. The temperature reaches a comfortable high of 18°C (64.4°F) marking a significant temperature leap. The blossoms of April give way to lush greenery, positively impacted by an increase in rainfall. The ample sunshine and warmer temperatures invite outdoor activities in full swing. Despite the increase in rainfall and rainfall days, clear and sunny days are common, fueling the liveliness associated with summer.Temperature
Kitchener, Canada, in May experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cool 10.1°C (50.2°F) to a comfortable 18°C (64.4°F). Kitchener experiences a steady low-temperature of 7.8°C (46°F) throughout May.Humidity
In Kitchener, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout May, 67mm (2.64") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kitchener, there are 157.6 rainfall days, and 681mm (26.81") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Kitchener are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Kitchener. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Kitchener aggregates 3mm (0.12") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 80.1 snowfall days, and 666mm (26.22") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Kitchener is 14h and 43min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of May, in Kitchener, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:55 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Kitchener, Canada
- Average high temperature in May: 18°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.7°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 7.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-9.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Kitchener, Canada
- Average pressure in May: 1015.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.3mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Kitchener, Canada
- Average wind speed in May: 13.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11km/h).
Average humidity in May
Kitchener, Canada
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Kitchener, Canada
- Average rainfall in May: 67mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (37mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Kitchener, Canada
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Kitchener, Canada
- Average snowfall in May: 3mm
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
Kitchener, Canada
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kitchener, Canada
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Kitchener, Canada
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Kitchener, Canada
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Kitchener, Canada
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in May
Kitchener, Canada
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July and October (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).
