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May is a fair month in Kapuskasing

Climate Overview

Kapuskasing, Canada in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 15.9°C (61°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain falls on about 10 days this month. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Daily highs in May gradually rise from around 11°C (51°F) at the start to 21°C (69°F) by month's end.

Rainfall is heaviest during the last third of the month, while the middle tends to be drier.

Expect around 7.8h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 10.8h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 31th, averaging 20.9°C (70°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 10°C warmer with 1 fewer rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
16°C / 4°C
Feels Like
14°C / 0°C
Rain
10 days · 65 mm
Sunshine
10h / day
Humidity
65% — Humid
Wind
16 km/h
Wind Direction
WNW (299°)
Gusts
38 km/h
Daylight
15.4 h
Cloud Cover
63%
Clear Sky Days
3.9
UV Index
5.7 — High
Dew Point
4°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%
Snow Days
2 days · 4.8 cm
Frost Days
8 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

0h 3h 6h 9h 12h 151015202531
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Daily Wind Speed

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:47
Daylight 15.3h
Sunset 21:08

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
-10°C / -18°C
Feels Like
-14°C / -23°C
Rain
9days (33 mm) Wet
Sun
4.3h Fair
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
1.4 Low
Snow Days
17days
February
Poor
Temp
-8°C / -18°C
Feels Like
-13°C / -23°C
Rain
9days (39 mm) Wet
Sun
6.1h Fair
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
2.2 Moderate
Snow Days
15days
March
Poor
Temp
-1°C / -11°C
Feels Like
-6°C / -17°C
Rain
10days (40 mm) Wet
Sun
7.6h Good
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
3.3 Moderate
Snow Days
13days
April
Poor
Temp
6°C / -5°C
Feels Like
2°C / -10°C
Rain
11days (66 mm) Wet
Sun
8.8h Good
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
4.3 Moderate
Snow Days
10days
May
Fair
Temp
16°C / 4°C
Feels Like
14°C / 0°C
Rain
10days (65 mm) Wet
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
5.7 High
Snow Days
2days
June best
Good
Temp
22°C / 11°C
Feels Like
21°C / 8°C
Rain
13days (106 mm) Wet
Sun
10.7h Excellent
Humidity
68% Muggy
UV
6.2 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 14°C
Feels Like
24°C / 13°C
Rain
12days (80 mm) Wet
Sun
11.8h Excellent
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
6.2 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 13°C
Feels Like
22°C / 12°C
Rain
11days (73 mm) Wet
Sun
9.8h Good
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
5.4 High
September
Good
Temp
18°C / 10°C
Feels Like
17°C / 7°C
Rain
12days (93 mm) Wet
Sun
7.6h Good
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
4.2 Moderate
October
Poor
Temp
10°C / 3°C
Feels Like
7°C / 0°C
Rain
13days (90 mm) Wet
Sun
5.3h Fair
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
2.4 Moderate
Snow Days
5days
November
Poor
Temp
1°C / -6°C
Feels Like
-3°C / -10°C
Rain
12days (66 mm) Wet
Sun
3.3h Poor
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
1.5 Low
Snow Days
15days
December
Poor
Temp
-7°C / -15°C
Feels Like
-11°C / -20°C
Rain
11days (51 mm) Wet
Sun
3.6h Poor
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
1.1 Low
Snow Days
16days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January -10°C / -18°C -14°C / -23°C 9days (33 mm) Wet 4.3h Fair 77% Humid 1.4 Low Poor View Details
February -8°C / -18°C -13°C / -23°C 9days (39 mm) Wet 6.1h Fair 73% Muggy 2.2 Moderate Poor View Details
March -1°C / -11°C -6°C / -17°C 10days (40 mm) Wet 7.6h Good 71% Muggy 3.3 Moderate Poor View Details
April 6°C / -5°C 2°C / -10°C 11days (66 mm) Wet 8.8h Good 69% Muggy 4.3 Moderate Poor View Details
May 16°C / 4°C 14°C / 0°C 10days (65 mm) Wet 10h Excellent 65% Muggy 5.7 High Fair View Details
June best 22°C / 11°C 21°C / 8°C 13days (106 mm) Wet 10.7h Excellent 68% Muggy 6.2 High Good View Details
July best 24°C / 14°C 24°C / 13°C 12days (80 mm) Wet 11.8h Excellent 70% Muggy 6.2 High Excellent View Details
August best 23°C / 13°C 22°C / 12°C 11days (73 mm) Wet 9.8h Good 73% Muggy 5.4 High Excellent View Details
September 18°C / 10°C 17°C / 7°C 12days (93 mm) Wet 7.6h Good 76% Humid 4.2 Moderate Good View Details
October 10°C / 3°C 7°C / 0°C 13days (90 mm) Wet 5.3h Fair 78% Humid 2.4 Moderate Poor View Details
November 1°C / -6°C -3°C / -10°C 12days (66 mm) Wet 3.3h Poor 80% Humid 1.5 Low Poor View Details
December -7°C / -15°C -11°C / -20°C 11days (51 mm) Wet 3.6h Poor 80% Humid 1.1 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.

Temperatures drop significantly at night, so pack layers you can add or remove throughout the day.

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 Kapuskasing, with average highs of 16°C (61°F) and around 10 rainy days. Kapuskasing, Canada in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 15.9°C (61°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain
Kapuskasing typically sees around 10 rainy days in May with 65 mm (2.6 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Yes, nights in Kapuskasing during May are cold, averaging 4°C (39°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 16°C (61°F) and lows of 4°C (39°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 Kapuskasing. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Kapuskasing during May is 6 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Kapuskasing gets approximately 15 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 10 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Kapuskasing typically sees around 2 snow days in May with roughly 5 cm (2 in) of snowfall.

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