May weather forecast
Red Deer, Canada

May

Weather in May

May is a refreshing month in Red Deer, marking the commencement of spring, with trees budding and flowers blooming all around. The temperature rises substantially, with a high around 15.5°C (59.9°F) and a low around 5.3°C (41.5°F). The vanishing snow gives way to rain, making the cityscape lively and vibrant. It's an excellent time to explore the city’s lush parks, as nature renews itself.

Temperature

The onset of May witnesses a clear shift in the average high-temperature, escalating from a frosty 7.3°C (45.1°F) in April to a refreshing 15.5°C (59.9°F). During May, Red Deer records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 5.3°C (41.5°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 64%, May is the least humid month in Red Deer.

Rainfall

In Red Deer, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 59mm (2.32") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Red Deer, there are 117.1 rainfall days, and 381mm (15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.9 snowfall days, in May, Red Deer aggregates 31mm (1.22") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 80.8 snowfall days, and 686mm (27.01") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 15h and 46min.
On the first day of May in Red Deer, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 9:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 9:46 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Red Deer is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following instructions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Red Deer?
In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Red Deer are 15.5°C (59.9°F) and 5.3°C (41.5°F) respectively.
What is the least humid month in Red Deer?
The least humid month in Red Deer is May, with an average relative humidity of 64%.
What is the average humidity in May in Red Deer?
In May, the average relative humidity in Red Deer is 64%.
How much does it rain in Red Deer in May?
In May, in Red Deer, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 59mm (2.32") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the last month it snows in Red Deer?
May is the last month it regularly snows in Red Deer. During 1.9 snowfall days, in May, Red Deer aggregates 31mm (1.22") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Red Deer have in May?
In May, the average day length in Red Deer, Canada, is 15h and 46min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Red Deer?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 9:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Red Deer, Canada, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 9:46 pm MDT.
How long on average sun shines in May in Red Deer?
In Red Deer, Canada, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.7h.
What is the UV index reading in May in Red Deer?
In Red Deer, Canada, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Red Deer, Canada
Average temperature in May
Red Deer, Canada
  • Average high temperature in May: 15.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-6.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 5.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-13.6°C).

Average pressure in May - Red Deer, Canada
Average pressure in May
Red Deer, Canada
  • Average pressure in May: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1019.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Red Deer, Canada
Average wind speed in May
Red Deer, Canada
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.8km/h).

Average humidity in May - Red Deer, Canada
Average humidity in May
Red Deer, Canada
  • Average humidity in May: 64%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (64%).

Average rainfall in May - Red Deer, Canada
Average rainfall in May
Red Deer, Canada
  • Average rainfall in May: 59mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (81mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (11mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Red Deer, Canada
Average rainfall days in May
Red Deer, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in May - Red Deer, Canada
Average snowfall in May
Red Deer, Canada
  • Average snowfall in May: 31mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (116mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May - Red Deer, Canada
Average snowfall days in May
Red Deer, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Red Deer, Canada
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Red Deer, Canada
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May - Red Deer, Canada
Average sunshine days in May
Red Deer, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.2 days).

Average UV index in May - Red Deer, Canada
Average UV index in May
Red Deer, Canada
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May - Red Deer, Canada
Average cloud cover in May
Red Deer, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May - Red Deer, Canada
Average visibility in May
Red Deer, Canada
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (8km).

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