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May is a fair month in Goderich

Climate Overview

Goderich, Canada in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 13.8°C (57°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain falls on about 11 days this month.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Daily highs in May gradually rise from around 11°C (52°F) at the start to 17°C (63°F) by month's end.

May sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 73 mm across the month.

Expect around 8.3h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 11.3h by the end.

Wind speeds ease off through the month, from 24 km/h (15 mph) to 20 km/h (13 mph).

The warmest days tend to fall around the 31th, averaging 17.1°C (63°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 6°C warmer with 3 fewer rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
14°C / 8°C
Feels Like
12°C / 5°C
Rain
11 days · 73 mm
Sunshine
10.6h / day
Humidity
77% — Humid
Wind
22 km/h
Wind Direction
NW (312°)
Gusts
38 km/h
Daylight
14.7 h
Cloud Cover
60%
Clear Sky Days
4.8
UV Index
6.1 — High
Dew Point
7°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%
Snow Days
1 days · 0.7 cm

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

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Sun Position
Sunrise 06:03
Daylight 14.7h
Sunset 20:46

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
0°C / -4°C
Feels Like
-5°C / -10°C
Rain
17days (88 mm) Wet
Sun
4h Fair
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
1.9 Low
Snow Days
21days
February
Poor
Temp
0°C / -4°C
Feels Like
-5°C / -10°C
Rain
13days (84 mm) Wet
Sun
5.9h Fair
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
3.1 Moderate
Snow Days
17days
March
Poor
Temp
4°C / -1°C
Feels Like
-1°C / -7°C
Rain
13days (91 mm) Wet
Sun
7.4h Good
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
4 Moderate
Snow Days
11days
April
Poor
Temp
8°C / 2°C
Feels Like
5°C / -3°C
Rain
14days (100 mm) Wet
Sun
8.9h Good
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
5.1 High
Snow Days
6days
May
Fair
Temp
14°C / 8°C
Feels Like
12°C / 5°C
Rain
11days (73 mm) Wet
Sun
10.6h Excellent
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
6.1 High
Snow Days
1days
June best
Excellent
Temp
20°C / 14°C
Feels Like
20°C / 12°C
Rain
11days (84 mm) Wet
Sun
12.1h Excellent
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
6.6 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 18°C
Feels Like
25°C / 18°C
Rain
11days (83 mm) Wet
Sun
12.2h Excellent
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
6.8 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 19°C
Feels Like
25°C / 19°C
Rain
11days (101 mm) Wet
Sun
11.3h Excellent
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
6 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
20°C / 16°C
Feels Like
20°C / 14°C
Rain
10days (83 mm) Wet
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
5.1 High
October
Fair
Temp
14°C / 10°C
Feels Like
12°C / 6°C
Rain
13days (107 mm) Wet
Sun
7.1h Good
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
3.3 Moderate
November
Poor
Temp
7°C / 4°C
Feels Like
3°C / -2°C
Rain
16days (92 mm) Wet
Sun
5.3h Fair
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
2 Low
Snow Days
9days
December
Poor
Temp
3°C / -1°C
Feels Like
-3°C / -7°C
Rain
17days (101 mm) Wet
Sun
3.5h Poor
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
1.5 Low
Snow Days
18days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 0°C / -4°C -5°C / -10°C 17days (88 mm) Wet 4h Fair 78% Humid 1.9 Low Poor View Details
February 0°C / -4°C -5°C / -10°C 13days (84 mm) Wet 5.9h Fair 77% Humid 3.1 Moderate Poor View Details
March 4°C / -1°C -1°C / -7°C 13days (91 mm) Wet 7.4h Good 76% Humid 4 Moderate Poor View Details
April 8°C / 2°C 5°C / -3°C 14days (100 mm) Wet 8.9h Good 74% Muggy 5.1 High Poor View Details
May 14°C / 8°C 12°C / 5°C 11days (73 mm) Wet 10.6h Excellent 77% Humid 6.1 High Fair View Details
June best 20°C / 14°C 20°C / 12°C 11days (84 mm) Wet 12.1h Excellent 77% Humid 6.6 High Excellent View Details
July best 23°C / 18°C 25°C / 18°C 11days (83 mm) Wet 12.2h Excellent 80% Humid 6.8 High Excellent View Details
August best 23°C / 19°C 25°C / 19°C 11days (101 mm) Wet 11.3h Excellent 79% Humid 6 High Excellent View Details
September best 20°C / 16°C 20°C / 14°C 10days (83 mm) Wet 9.7h Good 77% Humid 5.1 High Excellent View Details
October 14°C / 10°C 12°C / 6°C 13days (107 mm) Wet 7.1h Good 74% Muggy 3.3 Moderate Fair View Details
November 7°C / 4°C 3°C / -2°C 16days (92 mm) Wet 5.3h Fair 74% Muggy 2 Low Poor View Details
December 3°C / -1°C -3°C / -7°C 17days (101 mm) Wet 3.5h Poor 77% Humid 1.5 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Bundle up with a warm coat, scarf, and closed-toe shoes. Thermal layers underneath give flexibility between indoors and outdoors.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Layered clothingLight jacketUmbrellaWaterproof jacketComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically fair for visiting Goderich, with average highs of 14°C (57°F) and around 11 rainy days. Goderich, Canada in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 13.8°C (57°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain fal
Goderich typically sees around 11 rainy days in May with 73 mm (2.9 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights in Goderich during May are cool at around 8°C (47°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 14°C (57°F) and lows of 8°C (47°F) in May, we recommend: Layered clothing, Light jacket, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
May is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Goderich. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Goderich during May is 6 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Goderich gets approximately 15 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 11 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Goderich typically sees around 1 snow days in May with roughly 1 cm (0 in) of snowfall.

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