Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
May
Weather in May
Temperature
With the onset of May, Sainte-Foy experiences a distinct temperature rise, with the average high-temperature advancing from April's wintry 5.8°C (42.4°F) to a mild 15.7°C (60.3°F). Throughout the month of May, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 5.5°C (41.9°F).Humidity
May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sainte-Foy, there are 147.1 rainfall days, and 783mm (30.83") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Sainte-Foy. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Sainte-Foy aggregates 7mm (0.28") of snow. In Sainte-Foy, during the entire year, snow falls for 82 days and aggregates up to 1040mm (40.94") of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of May, in Sainte-Foy, sunrise is at 4:54 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Sainte-Foy is 8.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Sainte-Foy, Canada, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Sainte-Foy?
What is the least humid month in Sainte-Foy?
What is the average humidity in May in Sainte-Foy?
How much does it rain in Sainte-Foy in May?
What is the last month it snows in Sainte-Foy?
How many hours of daylight does Sainte-Foy have in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Sainte-Foy?
How long on average sun shines in May in Sainte-Foy?
What is the UV index reading in May in Sainte-Foy?
Average temperature in May
Sainte-Foy, Canada
- Average high temperature in May: 15.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 5.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-16.4°C).
Average pressure in May
Sainte-Foy, Canada
- Average pressure in May: 1014.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1012mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Sainte-Foy, Canada
- Average wind speed in May: 10.9km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (12.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.5km/h).
Average humidity in May
Sainte-Foy, Canada
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Sainte-Foy, Canada
- Average rainfall in May: 66mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (83mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (41mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Sainte-Foy, Canada
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Sainte-Foy, Canada
- Average snowfall in May: 7mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (229mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Sainte-Foy, Canada
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sainte-Foy, 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: 8h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Sainte-Foy, Canada
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Sainte-Foy, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Sainte-Foy, Canada
- Average cloud cover in May: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in May
Sainte-Foy, Canada
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are May and June (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (7km).
