May weather forecastPlaster Rock, Canada

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderate month in Plaster Rock, Canada, with temperature in the range of an average high of 15.3°C (59.5°F) and an average low of 4.7°C (40.5°F).

Temperature

In May, the meteorological conditions markedly change with the average high-temperature ascending from an icy 5.9°C (42.6°F) in April to a mild 15.3°C (59.5°F). Throughout May, the average low-temperature records at a wintry 4.7°C (40.5°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, May is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Plaster Rock, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 139.1 rainfall days, and 615mm (24.21") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Plaster Rock, Canada. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Plaster Rock aggregates 17mm (0.67") of snow. In Plaster Rock, during the entire year, snow falls for 103.8 days and aggregates up to 1247mm (49.09") of snow.

Daylight

In Plaster Rock, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 4min.
On the first day of May in Plaster Rock, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 9:15 pm ADT.

Sunshine

In Plaster Rock, Canada, the average sunshine in May is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in May leads to these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

During May, Plaster Rock experiences an average high-temperature of 15.3°C (59.5°F) and a low-temperature of 4.7°C (40.5°F).

With an average relative humidity of 76%, May is the least humid month in Plaster Rock.

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

In Plaster Rock, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 64mm (2.52") of accumulated precipitation.

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Plaster Rock aggregates 17mm (0.67") of snow.

The average day length in May in Plaster Rock is 15h and 4min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in Plaster Rock, Canada, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 9:15 pm ADT.

In May, the average sunshine duration in Plaster Rock is 7.4h.

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Plaster Rock, Canada, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Plaster Rock, Canada

  • Average high temperature in May: 15.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 4.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-15.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Plaster Rock, Canada

  • Average pressure in May: 1014.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1012.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Plaster Rock, Canada

  • Average wind speed in May: 12.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (13km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Plaster Rock, Canada

  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Plaster Rock, Canada

  • Average rainfall in May: 64mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (66mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (37mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Plaster Rock, Canada

  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May, June and August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Plaster Rock, Canada

  • Average snowfall in May: 17mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (270mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Plaster Rock, Canada

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Plaster Rock, Canada

  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Plaster Rock, Canada

  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Plaster Rock, Canada

  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Plaster Rock, Canada

  • Average cloud cover in May: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in May
Plaster Rock, Canada

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is May (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).