May weather forecastVancouver, Canada

The Coal Harbor, and trees of the Stanley Park, with the city of Vancouver, Canada

May

Weather in May

May serves as a transition from spring to summer in Vancouver, showcased by increasing warmth and decreasing precipitation. Climatological records indicate that rainfall drops to a significantly lower 52mm (2.05") in May from 90mm (3.54") in April. The cooler sea breeze offers a respite from the intensifying heat and laminates the city with a touch of humidity. Longer sunlight hours welcome more outdoor happenings, contributing to the lively ambiance of Vancouver. The relatively drier and warmer May weather paves the way for the hottest period of the year, differing from the cooler April and the upcoming summery June.

Temperature

In Vancouver, the average high-temperature in May slightly rises, from a cool 10.3°C (50.5°F) in April, to a moderate 14.6°C (58.3°F). May's average low-temperature reading in Vancouver settles at a chilly 9.1°C (48.4°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Vancouver is 77%.

Rainfall

In Vancouver, during May, the rain falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 52mm (2.05") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Vancouver, there are 192.4 rainfall days, and 1325mm (52.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Vancouver, snow does not fall in May through October.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature in Vancouver, Canada, is 7.8°C (46°F).
Note: Entering waters of 7.8°C (46°F) is life-endangering. A mere moment in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels piercing cold, and below 10°C (50°F) it can lead to immediate cold shock and cessation of breathing control, depending on body resilience.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of May, in Vancouver, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 9:09 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Vancouver, the average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Updated: Feb 5, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in May, in Vancouver, is 14.6°C (58.3°F), while the low-temperature averages to 9.1°C (48.4°F).

In Vancouver, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

In Vancouver, in May, during 15.1 rainfall days, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Vancouver, Canada, snow does not fall in May through October.

In May, in Vancouver, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

In Vancouver, Canada, in May, the average water temperature is 7.8°C (46°F). Swimming in 7.8°C (46°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

The average day length in May in Vancouver is 15h and 22min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Vancouver, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 9:09 pm PDT.

In Vancouver, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.5h.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Vancouver, Canada, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

10.3°C

14.6°C

16.4°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10.6km/h

8.4km/h

8.2km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

0.3

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

9.6

13.8

13.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Vancouver, Canada

Average high temperature in May: 14.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (4.7°C).

Average low temperature in May: 9.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (1.9°C).

Average pressure in May
Vancouver, Canada

Average pressure in May: 1016.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1015.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Vancouver, Canada

Average wind speed in May: 7.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Vancouver, Canada

Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Vancouver, Canada

Average rainfall in May: 52mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (209mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (24mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Vancouver, Canada

Average rainfall days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Vancouver, Canada

Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (67mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Vancouver, Canada

Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Vancouver, Canada

Average sea temperature in May: 7.8°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (6.8°C).

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

Average daylight in May: 15h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

Average sunshine in May: 9h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Vancouver, Canada

Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and March (8.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Vancouver, Canada

Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Vancouver, Canada

Average cloud cover in May: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Vancouver, Canada

Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (9km).