May weather forecastRimouski, Canada
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a cool month in Rimouski, Canada, with an average temperature ranging between max 11.6°C (52.9°F) and min 5.1°C (41.2°F).Temperature
May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's cold 3.9°C (39°F) to a cool 11.6°C (52.9°F). Nighttime temperature in Rimouski dips to a mean of 5.1°C (41.2°F) during May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Rimouski is 75%.Rainfall
In Rimouski, in May, during 14.5 rainfall days, 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rimouski, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.4 days and collects up to 652mm (25.67") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Rimouski aggregates 20mm (0.79") of snow. In Rimouski, Canada, during the entire year, snow falls for 92.4 days and aggregates up to 1071mm (42.17") of snow.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature in Rimouski is 6°C (42.8°F).Note: Swimming in 6°C (42.8°F) poses a severe threat. Even short exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) is chilling, and going below 10°C (50°F) can cause breathing irregularities and intense cold shock, based on one's stamina.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 15h and 15min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:36 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.1h.UV index
In Rimouski, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Rimouski, Canada
- Average high temperature in May: 11.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7.4°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 5.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Rimouski, Canada
- Average pressure in May: 1014.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1011.4mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Rimouski, Canada
- Average wind speed in May: 13.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.7km/h).
Average humidity in May
Rimouski, Canada
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Rimouski, Canada
- Average rainfall in May: 53mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (68mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (39mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Rimouski, Canada
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Rimouski, Canada
- Average snowfall in May: 20mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (209mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Rimouski, Canada
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Rimouski, Canada
- Average sea temperature in May: 6°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (13.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (-1°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Rimouski, Canada
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Rimouski, Canada
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Rimouski, Canada
- Average UV index in May: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Rimouski, Canada
- Average cloud cover in May: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in May
Rimouski, Canada
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (8km).
