May weather forecast
Squamish, Canada

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Squamish, is a mild month, with an average temperature varying between 14°C (57.2°F) and 7°C (44.6°F).

Temperature

The shift into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's frosty 8.9°C (48°F) to a moderate 14°C (57.2°F). In May, Squamish encounters an average low-temperature of 7°C (44.6°F) during the night.

Humidity

In Squamish, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Squamish, in May, during 17.8 rainfall days, 76mm (2.99") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Squamish, there are 183.1 rainfall days, and 1830mm (72.05") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Squamish. During 1 snowfall days, in May, Squamish aggregates 23mm (0.91") of snow. Throughout the year, in Squamish, there are 89.9 snowfall days, and 4445mm (175") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Squamish, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 25min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 9:11 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

In Squamish, Canada, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during May translates into the following guidance:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Squamish in May?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 14°C (57.2°F) and 7°C (44.6°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in May in Squamish?
In May, the average relative humidity in Squamish, Canada, is 77%.
How much does it rain in Squamish in May?
In Squamish, Canada, in May, during 17.8 rainfall days, 76mm (2.99") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the last month it snows in Squamish?
May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in May, Squamish aggregates 23mm (0.91") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Squamish have in May?
In May, the average day length in Squamish is 15h and 25min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Squamish?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 9:11 pm PDT.
How many hours of sunshine does Squamish have in May?
In Squamish, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.
What is the UV index intensity in May in Squamish?
In Squamish, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Squamish, Canada
Average temperature in May
Squamish, Canada
  • Average high temperature in May: 14°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-0.5°C).

Average pressure in May - Squamish, Canada
Average pressure in May
Squamish, Canada
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.3mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1018mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1015.6mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Squamish, Canada
Average wind speed in May
Squamish, Canada
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6km/h).

Average humidity in May - Squamish, Canada
Average humidity in May
Squamish, Canada
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in May - Squamish, Canada
Average rainfall in May
Squamish, Canada
  • Average rainfall in May: 76mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (280mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (39mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Squamish, Canada
Average rainfall days in May
Squamish, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in May - Squamish, Canada
Average snowfall in May
Squamish, Canada
  • Average snowfall in May: 23mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (981mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Squamish, Canada
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Squamish, Canada
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May - Squamish, Canada
Average sunshine days in May
Squamish, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (6.3 days).

Average UV index in May - Squamish, Canada
Average UV index in May
Squamish, 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 and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May - Squamish, Canada
Average cloud cover in May
Squamish, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May - Squamish, Canada
Average visibility in May
Squamish, Canada
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).

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