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 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
With the onset of May, Petawawa's weather experiences a distinct temperature rise, moving from a frosty 8.2°C (46.8°F) in April to an enjoyable 18.2°C (64.8°F). May nights indicate a noticeable temperature drop from the daytime highs, with an average reading lowering to a frosty 6.1°C (43°F).Humidity
The least humid month in Petawawa is May, with an average relative humidity of 69%.Rainfall
In Petawawa, in May, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 58mm (2.28") of accumulated precipitation. In Petawawa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126 days and collects up to 575mm (22.64") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Petawawa. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Petawawa aggregates 13mm (0.51") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 81.7 snowfall days, and 1025mm (40.35") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Petawawa is 14h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 8:51 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Petawawa, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.UV index
In Petawawa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 4 in May translates into these instructions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures in Petawawa?
What is the least humid month in Petawawa?
What is the average humidity in May in Petawawa?
How much does it rain in Petawawa in May?
What is the last month it snows in Petawawa?
What is the average length of the day in May in Petawawa?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Petawawa?
How many hours of sunshine does Petawawa have in May?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Petawawa?
Average temperature in May
Petawawa, Canada
- Average high temperature in May: 18.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (25.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 6.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-15.1°C).
Average pressure in May
Petawawa, Canada
- Average pressure in May: 1014.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1012.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Petawawa, Canada
- Average wind speed in May: 10.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1km/h).
Average humidity in May
Petawawa, Canada
- Average humidity in May: 69%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).
Average rainfall in May
Petawawa, Canada
- Average rainfall in May: 58mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (68mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (37mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Petawawa, Canada
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Petawawa, Canada
- Average snowfall in May: 13mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (239mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Petawawa, Canada
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Petawawa, Canada
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Petawawa, Canada
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Petawawa, Canada
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Petawawa, Canada
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in May
Petawawa, Canada
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (6km).
