May weather forecastLunenburg, Canada
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Lunenburg, is a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between min 6.1°C (43°F) and max 11.7°C (53.1°F).Temperature
May's arrival signals a modest temperature shift, moving from a frosty 6.8°C (44.2°F) in April to a cool 11.7°C (53.1°F). Throughout the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 6.1°C (43°F) is noted.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Lunenburg is 82%.Rainfall
In Lunenburg, in May, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 55mm (2.17") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.3 rainfall days, and 861mm (33.9") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Lunenburg are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Lunenburg aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, in Lunenburg, Canada, there are 43.7 snowfall days, and 461mm (18.15") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature in Lunenburg is 5.4°C (41.7°F).Note: Swimming at temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) in 5.4°C (41.7°F) is feasible with the right swimsuit; if not, expect cold shock and breathlessness. A quick swim at 13°C (55.4°F) without adequate warmth can be discomforting.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 49min.On the first day of May in Lunenburg, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:54 pm ADT.
Sunshine
In Lunenburg, the average sunshine in May is 7.3h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Lunenburg is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Lunenburg, Canada
- Average high temperature in May: 11.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-0.1°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 6.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-5.5°C).
Average pressure in May
Lunenburg, Canada
- Average pressure in May: 1016.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.4mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Lunenburg, Canada
- Average wind speed in May: 15.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (21.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14km/h).
Average humidity in May
Lunenburg, Canada
- Average humidity in May: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (79%).
Average rainfall in May
Lunenburg, Canada
- Average rainfall in May: 55mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (98mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (38mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Lunenburg, Canada
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Lunenburg, Canada
- Average snowfall in May: 1mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (113mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Lunenburg, Canada
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Lunenburg, Canada
- Average sea temperature in May: 5.4°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (1.1°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lunenburg, Canada
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 48min
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: 7h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Lunenburg, Canada
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Lunenburg, Canada
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Lunenburg, Canada
- Average cloud cover in May: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in May
Lunenburg, 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).
