May weather forecastThessalon, Canada

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Thessalon, is a moderate month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 4.3°C (39.7°F) and 15.6°C (60.1°F).

Temperature

With the transition into May, Thessalon experiences a significant increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a chilly 6.4°C (43.5°F) in April to a moderate 15.6°C (60.1°F). Thessalon records an average nighttime low of 4.3°C (39.7°F) in May.

Humidity

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In May, in Thessalon, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout May, 46mm (1.81") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 126.3 rainfall days, and 586mm (23.07") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Thessalon. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Thessalon aggregates 12mm (0.47") of snow. Throughout the year, in Thessalon, there are 103.4 snowfall days, and 1240mm (48.82") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature is 4.4°C (39.9°F).
Note: During the act of swimming, this is a direct threat to life. Breathing becomes erratic and cognitive abilities decline rapidly. The importance of a specialized swimsuit to minimize thermal loss is paramount.

Daylight

In Thessalon, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 9:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Thessalon, Canada, is 8.6h.

UV index

In Thessalon, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 15.6°C (60.1°F) and 4.3°C (39.7°F) respectively.

The least humid month in Thessalon, Canada, is May, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

In May, the average relative humidity in Thessalon, Canada, is 72%.

In Thessalon, Canada, in May, during 13.6 rainfall days, 46mm (1.81") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

May is the last month it regularly snows in Thessalon. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Thessalon aggregates 12mm (0.47") of snow.

In Thessalon, Canada, in May, the average water temperature is 4.4°C (39.9°F). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

In May, the average day length in Thessalon, Canada, is 15h and 0min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 9:18 pm EDT.

In May, the average sunshine duration in Thessalon is 8.6h.

In Thessalon, Canada, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average sea temperature
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Thessalon, Canada

  • Average high temperature in May: 15.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 4.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-14.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Thessalon, Canada

  • Average pressure in May: 1015.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Thessalon, Canada

  • Average wind speed in May: 11km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Thessalon, Canada

  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Thessalon, Canada

  • Average rainfall in May: 46mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (84mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (34mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Thessalon, Canada

  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Thessalon, Canada

  • Average snowfall in May: 12mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (240mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Thessalon, Canada

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Thessalon, Canada

  • Average sea temperature in May: 4.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (19.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (0.8°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Thessalon, 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: 8h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Thessalon, Canada

  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Thessalon, Canada

  • Average UV index in May: 3

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

Average cloud cover in May
Thessalon, Canada

  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in May
Thessalon, Canada

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are May and June (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (6km).