May weather forecast
Penticton, Canada

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Penticton, Canada, with an average temperature ranging between max 16.1°C (61°F) and min 1.7°C (35.1°F).

Temperature

As Penticton welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from a frosty 8.8°C (47.8°F) in April to an enjoyable 16.1°C (61°F). Penticton documents a substantial shift from daytime warmth, recording an average nighttime temperature of 1.7°C (35.1°F) in May.

Humidity

In Penticton, the average relative humidity in May is 66%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are May and June, with an average 14mm (0.55") of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Penticton.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 15h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:56 am and sunset at 8:56 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Penticton, Canada, is 10.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Penticton, Canada, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Penticton?

In Penticton, 16.1°C (61°F) is the average high-temperature and 1.7°C (35.1°F) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Penticton?

In Penticton, the average relative humidity in May is 66%.

What is the wettest month in Penticton?

The months with the most rainfall in Penticton are May and June, with an average 14mm (0.55") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Penticton?

In Penticton, in May, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 14mm (0.55") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Penticton?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Penticton in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Penticton?

In May, the average day length is 15h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Penticton?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:56 am and sunset at 8:56 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Penticton have in May?

In Penticton, Canada, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Penticton?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Penticton is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Penticton, Canada

Average temperature in May - Penticton, Canada
  • Average high temperature in May: 16.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-2.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 1.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (7.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-11.3°C).

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Average pressure in May
Penticton, Canada

Average pressure in May - Penticton, Canada
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1021.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Penticton, Canada

Average wind speed in May - Penticton, Canada
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (8.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Penticton, Canada

Average humidity in May - Penticton, Canada
  • Average humidity in May: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (55%).

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Average rainfall in May
Penticton, Canada

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (14mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (6mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Penticton, Canada

Average rainfall days in May - Penticton, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Penticton, Canada

Average snowfall in May - Penticton, Canada
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (57mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Penticton, Canada

Average snowfall days in May - Penticton, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Penticton, Canada
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Penticton, Canada

Average sunshine days in May - Penticton, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Penticton, Canada

Average UV index in May - Penticton, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Penticton, Canada

Average cloud cover in May - Penticton, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in May
Penticton, Canada

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

The months with the highest visibility are July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5km).

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