May weather forecastTorbay, Canada

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Torbay, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 2.8°C (37°F) and 6.8°C (44.2°F).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a subtle temperature rise, moving from April's icy 3.4°C (38.1°F) to a chilly 6.8°C (44.2°F). Torbay registers a subtle dip to an average of 2.8°C (37°F) during the nights of May.

Humidity

In Torbay, the average relative humidity in May is 85%.

Rainfall

In Torbay, Canada, in May, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 56mm (2.2") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.6 rainfall days, and 791mm (31.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Torbay. May is the last month it regularly snows in Torbay. During 2.4 snowfall days, in May, Torbay aggregates 28mm (1.1") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 53.6 snowfall days, and 441mm (17.36") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature is 2.5°C (36.5°F).
Note: In swimming situations, this is a grave threat to life. The intense coldness of the water triggers extreme discomfort and rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is required to mitigate thermal damage.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Torbay is 15h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of May, in Torbay, sunrise is at 5:07 am and sunset at 8:50 pm NDT.

Sunshine

In Torbay, the average sunshine in May is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Torbay is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during May morphs into the following directions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Torbay are 6.8°C (44.2°F) and 2.8°C (37°F) respectively.

In May, the average relative humidity in Torbay is 85%.

In May, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout May, 56mm (2.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

May is the last month it regularly snows in Torbay, Canada. During 2.4 snowfall days, in May, Torbay aggregates 28mm (1.1") of snow.

In Torbay, Canada, the average seawater temperature in May is 2.5°C (36.5°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

The average day length in May in Torbay is 15h and 10min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Torbay, sunrise is at 5:07 am and sunset at 8:50 pm NDT.

The average sunshine duration in May in Torbay, Canada, is 6.5h.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Torbay is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Torbay, Canada

  • Average high temperature in May: 6.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (18°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-0.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 2.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-4.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Torbay, Canada

  • Average pressure in May: 1015.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1008.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Torbay, Canada

  • Average wind speed in May: 22km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (30.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (19.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Torbay, Canada

  • Average humidity in May: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September, October, November and December (82%).

Average rainfall in May
Torbay, Canada

  • Average rainfall in May: 56mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (91mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (47mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Torbay, Canada

  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Torbay, Canada

  • Average snowfall in May: 28mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (110mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Torbay, Canada

  • Average snowfall days in May: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Torbay, Canada

  • Average sea temperature in May: 2.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (13.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (-0.4°C).

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

  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Torbay, Canada

  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Torbay, Canada

  • Average UV index in May: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Torbay, Canada

  • Average cloud cover in May: 59

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in May
Torbay, Canada

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

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