May weather forecast
Saint John, Canada

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Weather in May

May represents a significant shift in Saint John, Canada's weather conditions. The climate becomes more mild and favorable, setting the stage for many outdoor events across the city. Plants begin to bloom, restoring the city's parks and gardens to their lively state. The sunshine duration increases, letting residents enjoy longer daylight hours. Importantly, May exhibits a noticeable improvement in weather with an increase in temperatures to 5.8°C (42.4°F) and 12.8°C (55°F).

Temperature

May in Saint John witnesses an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 7.3°C (45.1°F) in April to a fresh 12.8°C (55°F). An average low-temperature of 5.8°C (42.4°F) is noted during the nights in May in Saint John, Canada.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Saint John, Canada, is 81%.

Rainfall

In May, in Saint John, Canada, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout May, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Saint John, Canada, there are 122.4 rainfall days, and 390mm (15.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Saint John. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Saint John aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow. In Saint John, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.1 days and aggregates up to 188mm (7.4") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Saint John, in May, the average water temperature is 6.4°C (43.5°F).
Note: Beware when you're in 6.4°C (43.5°F) waters; 13°C (55.4°F) is chilling and anything below 10°C (50°F) could cause breathing hindrance and a sudden cold shock, given your physical condition.

Daylight

In Saint John, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 54min.
On the first day of May in Saint John, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 9:04 pm ADT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Saint John is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Saint John in May?

May temperatures in Saint John vary between a high-temperature of 12.8°C (55°F) and a low-temperature of 5.8°C (42.4°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Saint John?

In Saint John, Canada, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How many days does it rain in May in Saint John?

In May, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout May, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Saint John?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Saint John. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Saint John aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow.

What is the water temperature in May in Saint John?

In Saint John, in May, the average water temperature is 6.4°C (43.5°F). Swimming in 6.4°C (43.5°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Saint John have in May?

In Saint John, the average day length in May is 14h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Saint John?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Saint John, Canada, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 9:04 pm ADT.

How many hours of sunshine does Saint John have in May?

In Saint John, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Saint John?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Saint John, Canada, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Saint John, Canada

Average temperature in May - Saint John, Canada
  • Average high temperature in May: 12.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 5.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.6°C).

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Average pressure in May
Saint John, Canada

Average pressure in May - Saint John, Canada
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1012.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Saint John, Canada

Average wind speed in May - Saint John, Canada
  • Average wind speed in May: 14.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.3km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Saint John, Canada

Average humidity in May - Saint John, Canada
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (80%).

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Average rainfall in May
Saint John, Canada

Average rainfall in May - Saint John, Canada
  • Average rainfall in May: 35mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (22mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Saint John, Canada

Average rainfall days in May - Saint John, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Saint John, Canada

Average snowfall in May - Saint John, Canada
  • Average snowfall in May: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (40mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Saint John, Canada

Average snowfall days in May - Saint John, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Saint John, Canada

Average sea temperature in May - Saint John, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in May: 6.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (2.9°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Saint John, Canada

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Saint John, Canada
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Saint John, Canada

Average sunshine days in May - Saint John, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Saint John, Canada

Average UV index in May - Saint John, Canada
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Saint John, Canada

Average cloud cover in May - Saint John, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in May
Saint John, Canada

Average visibility in May - Saint John, Canada
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (9km).

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