Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The arrival of May brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a wintry 5.7°C (42.3°F) in April to a cool 11.8°C (53.2°F). In the month of May, an average of 5.5°C (41.9°F) marks the low-temperature.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In Tignish, during May, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of precipitation. In Tignish, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.3 days and collects up to 807mm (31.77") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Tignish are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Tignish. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Tignish aggregates 3mm (0.12") of snow. In Tignish, during the entire year, snow falls for 81.4 days and aggregates up to 813mm (32.01") of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 5min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:27 pm. On the last day of May, in Tignish, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 9:02 pm ADT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Tignish is 7.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Tignish, Canada, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Tignish in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Tignish?
How many days does it rain in May in Tignish?
What is the last month it snows in Tignish?
What is the average length of the day in May in Tignish?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Tignish?
How many hours of sunshine does Tignish have in May?
What is the UV index reading in May in Tignish?
Average temperature in May
Tignish, Canada
- Average high temperature in May: 11.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-3.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 5.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-9.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Tignish, Canada
- Average pressure in May: 1015.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Tignish, Canada
- Average wind speed in May: 16km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (20.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14.4km/h).
Average humidity in May
Tignish, Canada
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August, September and October (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Tignish, Canada
- Average rainfall in May: 61mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (86mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (53mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Tignish, Canada
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Tignish, Canada
- Average snowfall in May: 3mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (195mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Tignish, Canada
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Tignish, Canada
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 1min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Tignish, Canada
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Tignish, Canada
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Tignish, Canada
- Average cloud cover in May: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in May
Tignish, Canada
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (7km).
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