May weather forecastStephenville Crossing, Canada

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Stephenville Crossing, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 2.7°C (36.9°F) and 8.5°C (47.3°F).

Temperature

The start of May brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from April's wintry 3.1°C (37.6°F) to a frosty 8.5°C (47.3°F). The mean low-temperature during May nights in Stephenville Crossing is a wintry 2.7°C (36.9°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Stephenville Crossing is 81%.

Rainfall

In May, in Stephenville Crossing, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout May, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is accumulated. In Stephenville Crossing, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.7 days and collects up to 629mm (24.76") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Stephenville Crossing. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.7 snowfall days, in May, Stephenville Crossing aggregates 20mm (0.79") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 61.4 snowfall days, and 600mm (23.62") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Stephenville Crossing, the average seawater temperature in May is 3.4°C (38.1°F).
Note: In swimming, this condition is considered life-threatening and perilous. The painful sensation of cold water leads to immediate hyperventilation. Utilizing a specialized swimsuit is critical to reduce thermal injury.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Stephenville Crossing, Canada, is 15h and 16min.
On the first day of May in Stephenville Crossing, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 9:16 pm NDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Stephenville Crossing is 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Updated: Feb 5, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In May, in Stephenville Crossing, the average high-temperature is 8.5°C (47.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 2.7°C (36.9°F).

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

In Stephenville Crossing, Canada, in May, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 51mm (2.01") of accumulated precipitation.

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.7 snowfall days, in May, Stephenville Crossing aggregates 20mm (0.79") of snow.

In May, the average sea temperature in Stephenville Crossing, Canada, is 3.4°C (38.1°F). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

The average day length in May is 15h and 16min.

On the first day of May in Stephenville Crossing, Canada, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 9:16 pm NDT.

The average sunshine duration in May in Stephenville Crossing is 7h.

In Stephenville Crossing, Canada, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

3.1°C

8.5°C

13.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

21km/h

17.7km/h

16.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

6.3

1.7

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

12.8

14.3

16.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Stephenville Crossing, Canada

Average high temperature in May: 8.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-3.1°C).

Average low temperature in May: 2.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-8.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Stephenville Crossing, Canada

Average pressure in May: 1014.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Stephenville Crossing, Canada

Average wind speed in May: 16.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (24.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Stephenville Crossing, Canada

Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (80%).

Average rainfall in May
Stephenville Crossing, Canada

Average rainfall in May: 51mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (67mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (41mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Stephenville Crossing, Canada

Average rainfall days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Stephenville Crossing, Canada

Average snowfall in May: 20mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (143mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Stephenville Crossing, Canada

Average snowfall days in May: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Stephenville Crossing, Canada

Average sea temperature in May: 3.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (-0.4°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Stephenville Crossing, Canada

Average daylight in May: 15h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

Average sunshine in May: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Stephenville Crossing, Canada

Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in May
Stephenville Crossing, Canada

Average UV index in May: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Stephenville Crossing, Canada

Average cloud cover in May: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in May
Stephenville Crossing, Canada

Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (8km).