Weather in May
Temperature
In Quebec city, stepping into May signifies a significant temperature increment, moving up from April's chilly 8°C (46.4°F) to a comfortable 17°C (62.6°F). Quebec city's temperature lowers to a mean of 6°C (42.8°F) during the nights in May.Rainfall
In Quebec city, during May, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 110mm (4.33") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Quebec city, there are 170 rainfall days, and 1202mm (47.32") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Quebec city, in May, the average water temperature is 5.6°C (42.1°F).Note: It is advised against swimming in 5.6°C (42.1°F) when it drops below 10°C (50°F). Such temperatures can cause extreme cold shock, leading to hyperventilation.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Quebec city is 15h and 4min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:54 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Quebec city, the average sunshine in May is 7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Quebec city is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Average temperature in May
Quebec city, Canada
- Average high temperature in May: 17°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (25°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-17°C).
Average rainfall in May
Quebec city, Canada
- Average rainfall in May: 110mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (123mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (70mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Quebec city, Canada
- Average rainfall days in May: 14 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are March and April (12 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Quebec city, Canada
- Average sea temperature in May: 5.6°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (0.8°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Quebec city, Canada
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min
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
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 3h).
Average UV index in May
Quebec city, Canada
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Quebec city, Canada
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