May weather forecast
Saskatoon, Canada

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Weather in May

May ushers in an appreciable change in Saskatoon's weather, turning the landscape into a bright canvas of colours. Moderately warm temperatures and longer sunlight hours make outdoor activities much more appealing. Predictably, there are even fewer days cloaked in snow, with just 6mm (0.24") of snowfall recorded. Consequently, this month is an invitation to enjoy the sun-soaked Saskatoon with average humidity of 55%. The highest pressure drop to 1013.9mb contributes to the generally mild conditions that prevail.

Temperature

May brings with it a considerable temperature increase in Saskatoon, with average high-temperatures rising from April's frosty 7.7°C (45.9°F) to an enjoyable 17.2°C (63°F). In the month of May, Saskatoon witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 7.3°C (45.1°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 55%, May is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout May, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 87.4 rainfall days, and 273mm (10.75") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Saskatoon, Canada. During 1 snowfall days, in May, Saskatoon aggregates 6mm (0.24") of snow. Throughout the year, in Saskatoon, there are 72.4 snowfall days, and 466mm (18.35") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Saskatoon is 15h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of May, in Saskatoon, sunrise is at 4:51 am and sunset at 9:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Saskatoon is 10.6h.

UV index

In Saskatoon, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Saskatoon in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Saskatoon during May are 17.2°C (63°F) and 7.3°C (45.1°F) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Saskatoon?

May is the least humid month in Saskatoon, Canada, with an average relative humidity of 55%.

What is the average humidity in May in Saskatoon?

In May, the average relative humidity in Saskatoon, Canada, is 55%.

How many days does it rain in May in Saskatoon?

In Saskatoon, Canada, in May, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 33mm (1.3") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Saskatoon?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in May, Saskatoon aggregates 6mm (0.24") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Saskatoon?

In Saskatoon, Canada, the average day length in May is 15h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Saskatoon?

On the first day of May in Saskatoon, Canada, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:51 am and sunset at 9:17 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Saskatoon have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Saskatoon is 10.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Saskatoon?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Saskatoon, Canada

Average temperature in May - Saskatoon, Canada
  • Average high temperature in May: 17.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-9.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 7.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-17.8°C).

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Average pressure in May
Saskatoon, Canada

Average pressure in May - Saskatoon, Canada
  • Average pressure in May: 1013.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1021.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1009.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Saskatoon, Canada

Average wind speed in May - Saskatoon, Canada
  • Average wind speed in May: 14.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (15.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.8km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Saskatoon, Canada

Average humidity in May - Saskatoon, Canada
  • Average humidity in May: 55%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (55%).

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Average rainfall in May
Saskatoon, Canada

Average rainfall in May - Saskatoon, Canada
  • Average rainfall in May: 33mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (55mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (7mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Saskatoon, Canada

Average rainfall days in May - Saskatoon, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Saskatoon, Canada

Average snowfall in May - Saskatoon, Canada
  • Average snowfall in May: 6mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (78mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Saskatoon, Canada

Average snowfall days in May - Saskatoon, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Saskatoon, Canada
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 4min

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: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Saskatoon, Canada

Average sunshine days in May - Saskatoon, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Saskatoon, Canada

Average UV index in May - Saskatoon, Canada
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Saskatoon, Canada

Average cloud cover in May - Saskatoon, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in May
Saskatoon, Canada

Average visibility in May - Saskatoon, Canada
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (7km).

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