May weather forecast
Sydney, Canada

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a fresh month in Sydney, Canada, with temperature in the range of an average high of 10.6°C (51.1°F) and an average low of 4.2°C (39.6°F).

Temperature

May's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's wintry 5.3°C (41.5°F) to a cool 10.6°C (51.1°F). During the month of May, an average temperature of 4.2°C (39.6°F) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Sydney are May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In May, in Sydney, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout May, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.9 rainfall days, and 651mm (25.63") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Sydney aggregates 11mm (0.43") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 60.9 snowfall days, and 428mm (16.85") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Sydney, in May, the average water temperature is 4.3°C (39.7°F).
Note: In the activity of swimming, this state poses an instant danger to life. Breathing control is completely lost, impeding any form of clear thinking. Employing a specialized swimsuit is crucial to minimize thermal loss.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 59min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:44 pm ADT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during May translates into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sydney in May?

In Sydney, in May, the average high-temperature is 10.6°C (51.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 4.2°C (39.6°F).

What is the least humid month in Sydney?

May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the least humid months in Sydney, Canada.

What is the average humidity in May in Sydney?

The average relative humidity in May in Sydney is 81%.

How much does it rain in Sydney in May?

In May, in Sydney, Canada, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout May, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Sydney?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Sydney. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Sydney aggregates 11mm (0.43") of snow.

What is the sea temperature in May in Sydney?

In Sydney, Canada, in May, the average water temperature is 4.3°C (39.7°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.

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

In May, the average day length in Sydney, Canada, is 14h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Sydney?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:44 pm ADT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sydney have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Sydney?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sydney, Canada

Average temperature in May - Sydney, Canada
  • Average high temperature in May: 10.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-1.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 4.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-7.3°C).

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Average pressure in May
Sydney, Canada

Average pressure in May - Sydney, Canada
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Sydney, Canada

Average wind speed in May - Sydney, Canada
  • Average wind speed in May: 15.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (20.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Sydney, Canada

Average humidity in May - Sydney, Canada
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, August and September (81%).

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Average rainfall in May
Sydney, Canada

Average rainfall in May - Sydney, Canada
  • Average rainfall in May: 48mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (68mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (37mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Sydney, Canada

Average rainfall days in May - Sydney, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Sydney, Canada

Average snowfall in May - Sydney, Canada
  • Average snowfall in May: 11mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (117mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Sydney, Canada

Average snowfall days in May - Sydney, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Sydney, Canada

Average sea temperature in May - Sydney, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in May: 4.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (-0.8°C).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sydney, Canada
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Sydney, Canada

Average sunshine days in May - Sydney, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Sydney, Canada

Average UV index in May - Sydney, Canada
  • Average UV index in May: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Sydney, Canada

Average cloud cover in May - Sydney, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in May
Sydney, Canada

Average visibility in May - Sydney, 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).

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