May weather forecast
Medicine Hat, Canada

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Medicine Hat, Canada, with temperature in the range of an average high of 17.7°C (63.9°F) and an average low of 7.5°C (45.5°F).

Temperature

Medicine Hat's weather shows a temperature rise with the arrival of May, moving from a fresh 11.5°C (52.7°F) in April to a comfortable 17.7°C (63.9°F). Throughout May, the average low-temperature dips to a chilly 7.5°C (45.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 54%.

Rainfall

In May, in Medicine Hat, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout May, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is accumulated. In Medicine Hat, Canada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.4 days and collects up to 249mm (9.8") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Medicine Hat are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Medicine Hat aggregates 9mm (0.35") of snow. In Medicine Hat, Canada, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.5 days and aggregates up to 538mm (21.18") of snow.

Daylight

In Medicine Hat, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 9:22 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Medicine Hat?
In Medicine Hat, 17.7°C (63.9°F) is the average high-temperature and 7.5°C (45.5°F) is the average low-temperature during May.
What is the average humidity in May?
The average relative humidity in May is 54%.
How many days does it rain in May in Medicine Hat?
In Medicine Hat, Canada, in May, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 28mm (1.1") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the last month it snows in Medicine Hat?
May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Medicine Hat aggregates 9mm (0.35") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Medicine Hat have in May?
The average day length in May in Medicine Hat is 15h and 27min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
On the first day of May in Medicine Hat, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 9:22 pm MDT.
How long on average sun shines in May?
In Medicine Hat, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.3h.
How high is the UV index in May?
In Medicine Hat, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average visibility
Average temperature in May
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average high temperature in May: 17.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (26.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and December (-3.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 7.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-10.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average pressure in May: 1013mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1020.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average wind speed in May: 15.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (13.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average humidity in May: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (45%).

Average rainfall in May
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average rainfall in May: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (46mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (12mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average snowfall in May: 9mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (100mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Medicine Hat, 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 and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in May
Medicine Hat, Canada
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (9km).

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