May weather forecastSandspit, Canada

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a fresh month in Sandspit, Canada, with an average temperature ranging between min 6.8°C (44.2°F) and max 11.3°C (52.3°F).

Temperature

May's arrival signals a modest temperature shift, moving from a frosty 8.2°C (46.8°F) in April to a fresh 11.3°C (52.3°F). Sandspit's May nights observe a minor shift from the daytime temperatures, resulting in an average dip to a frosty 6.8°C (44.2°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Sandspit is 82%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.5 days and typically collects 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

In Sandspit, in May, the average water temperature is 9°C (48.2°F).
Note: Swimming in 9°C (48.2°F) is deemed hazardous. Exposure to temperatures below 10°C (50°F) leads to immediate severe cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Sandspit, Canada, is 15h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 9:17 pm. On the last day of May, in Sandspit, Canada, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 10:03 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Sandspit is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during May translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

In Sandspit, in May, the average high-temperature is 11.3°C (52.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 6.8°C (44.2°F).

In May, the average relative humidity in Sandspit is 82%.

May is the month with the least rainfall in Sandspit, Canada. Rain falls for 14.5 days and accumulates 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.

In Sandspit, in May, during 14.5 rainfall days, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

May through October are months without snowfall in Sandspit.

In May, in Sandspit, Canada, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

In Sandspit, Canada, the average seawater temperature in May is 9°C (48.2°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

In Sandspit, Canada, the average day length in May is 15h and 55min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 9:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sandspit, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 10:03 pm PDT.

In Sandspit, Canada, the average sunshine duration in May is 7h.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Sandspit, Canada, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sandspit, Canada

  • Average high temperature in May: 11.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (16.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (5.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Sandspit, Canada

  • Average pressure in May: 1016.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.8mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Sandspit, Canada

  • Average wind speed in May: 12.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.6km/h).

Average humidity in May
Sandspit, Canada

  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (81%).

Average rainfall in May
Sandspit, Canada

  • Average rainfall in May: 33mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (141mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (33mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Sandspit, Canada

  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (22.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (14.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sandspit, Canada

  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (53mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Sandspit, Canada

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Sandspit, Canada

  • Average sea temperature in May: 9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (7°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sandspit, Canada

  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sandspit, Canada

  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are May and July (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5 days).

Average UV index in May
Sandspit, Canada

  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Sandspit, Canada

  • Average cloud cover in May: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 51).

Average visibility in May
Sandspit, Canada

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

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