May weather forecastVictoria, Canada
May
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
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Victoria, Canada
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 18min
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 12min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
