May weather forecast
Victoria, Canada

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Weather in May

Weather in May transforms as Victoria embraces full bloom, with temperatures soaring as high as 15.4°C (59.7°F). Nature-lovers rejoice as the city is enveloped in bright, vibrant colors. With a decrease in relative humidity and increased daylight hours, it becomes the ideal time for outdoor pursuits such as biking, hiking and kayaking. Even though the weather is considerably warm during the day, cooler evenings can be expected. An occasional umbrella might come in handy for the infrequent showers.

Temperature

May's arrival is noted with a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 11.6°C (52.9°F) in April to a mild 15.4°C (59.7°F). Victoria reports a consistent average low-temperature of 9.1°C (48.4°F) throughout May nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout May, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is accumulated. In Victoria, during the entire year, the rain falls for 72.5 days and collects up to 163mm (6.42") of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature in Victoria, Canada, is 8.3°C (46.9°F).
Note: Dipping in 8.3°C (46.9°F) at temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) without proper gear can lead to pronounced cold shock and breathing difficulties.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 15h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of May, in Victoria, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 9:06 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Victoria is 10.2h.

UV index

In Victoria, Canada, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Victoria in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 15.4°C (59.7°F) and 9.1°C (48.4°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Victoria?

In Victoria, Canada, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May in Victoria?

In May, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout May, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Victoria?

April through October are months without snowfall in Victoria, Canada.

What is the water temperature in May in Victoria?

In Victoria, Canada, in May, the average water temperature is 8.3°C (46.9°F). Swimming in 8.3°C (46.9°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

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

In May, the average day length in Victoria, Canada, is 15h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Victoria?

On the first day of May in Victoria, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 9:06 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Victoria have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Victoria?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Victoria, Canada, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Victoria, Canada

Average temperature in May - Victoria, Canada
  • Average high temperature in May: 15.4°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (20.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (6.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 9.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.3°C).

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Average pressure in May
Victoria, Canada

Average pressure in May - Victoria, Canada
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.9mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and July (1017.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1015.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Victoria, Canada

Average wind speed in May - Victoria, Canada
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Victoria, Canada

Average humidity in May - Victoria, Canada
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Victoria, Canada

Average rainfall in May - Victoria, Canada
  • Average rainfall in May: 8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (37mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (3mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Victoria, Canada

Average rainfall days in May - Victoria, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in May: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (8.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Victoria, Canada

Average snowfall in May - Victoria, Canada
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (53mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Victoria, Canada

Average snowfall days in May - Victoria, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Victoria, Canada

Average sea temperature in May - Victoria, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in May: 8.3°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (11.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (7.3°C).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Victoria, Canada
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Victoria, Canada

Average sunshine days in May - Victoria, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in May: 24.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Victoria, Canada

Average UV index in May - Victoria, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Victoria, Canada

Average cloud cover in May - Victoria, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in May
Victoria, Canada

Average visibility in May - Victoria, Canada
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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

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Victoria, Canada

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