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May is a fair month in Killam

Climate Overview

Killam, Canada in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 18.7°C (66°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Daily highs in May gradually rise from around 18°C (64°F) at the start to 22°C (71°F) by month's end.

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

Expect around 12.4h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 13.1h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 30th, averaging 22.3°C (72°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 9°C warmer with 3 more rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
19°C / 6°C
Feels Like
16°C / 2°C
Rain
8 days · 52 mm
Sunshine
11.9h / day
Humidity
57% — Moderate
Wind
22 km/h
Wind Direction
N (350°)
Gusts
42 km/h
Daylight
15.8 h
Cloud Cover
58%
Clear Sky Days
3.8
UV Index
5.5 — High
Dew Point
4°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%
Snow Days
1 days · 0.6 cm
Frost Days
2 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

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Daily Wind Speed

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:31
Daylight 15.8h
Sunset 21:19

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
-6°C / -14°C
Feels Like
-11°C / -20°C
Rain
5days (15 mm) Good
Sun
4.7h Fair
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
1.6 Low
Snow Days
10days
February
Poor
Temp
-6°C / -16°C
Feels Like
-11°C / -22°C
Rain
4days (14 mm) Good
Sun
6.7h Fair
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
2.8 Moderate
Snow Days
9days
March
Poor
Temp
1°C / -9°C
Feels Like
-4°C / -15°C
Rain
5days (21 mm) Good
Sun
8.7h Good
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
4.4 Moderate
Snow Days
10days
April
Poor
Temp
10°C / -2°C
Feels Like
6°C / -7°C
Rain
5days (22 mm) Good
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
62% Muggy
UV
5 Moderate
Snow Days
5days
May
Fair
Temp
19°C / 6°C
Feels Like
16°C / 2°C
Rain
8days (52 mm) Wet
Sun
11.9h Excellent
Humidity
57% Moderate
UV
5.5 High
Snow Days
1days
June best
Good
Temp
22°C / 11°C
Feels Like
20°C / 8°C
Rain
13days (89 mm) Wet
Sun
12.5h Excellent
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
6.4 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 13°C
Feels Like
24°C / 12°C
Rain
12days (74 mm) Wet
Sun
12.8h Excellent
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
6.3 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 13°C
Feels Like
23°C / 11°C
Rain
9days (52 mm) Wet
Sun
11.8h Excellent
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
5.7 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
20°C / 8°C
Feels Like
17°C / 5°C
Rain
6days (26 mm) Good
Sun
9.6h Good
Humidity
63% Muggy
UV
4.5 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
October
Poor
Temp
11°C / 1°C
Feels Like
7°C / -3°C
Rain
4days (20 mm) Good
Sun
7.1h Good
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
2.8 Moderate
Snow Days
4days
November
Poor
Temp
0°C / -7°C
Feels Like
-4°C / -12°C
Rain
6days (24 mm) Good
Sun
4.9h Fair
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
1.5 Low
Snow Days
8days
December
Poor
Temp
-7°C / -15°C
Feels Like
-12°C / -20°C
Rain
5days (18 mm) Good
Sun
4.3h Fair
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
1.2 Low
Snow Days
10days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January -6°C / -14°C -11°C / -20°C 5days (15 mm) Good 4.7h Fair 81% Humid 1.6 Low Poor View Details
February -6°C / -16°C -11°C / -22°C 4days (14 mm) Good 6.7h Fair 77% Humid 2.8 Moderate Poor View Details
March 1°C / -9°C -4°C / -15°C 5days (21 mm) Good 8.7h Good 77% Humid 4.4 Moderate Poor View Details
April 10°C / -2°C 6°C / -7°C 5days (22 mm) Good 10.5h Excellent 62% Muggy 5 Moderate Poor View Details
May 19°C / 6°C 16°C / 2°C 8days (52 mm) Wet 11.9h Excellent 57% Moderate 5.5 High Fair View Details
June best 22°C / 11°C 20°C / 8°C 13days (89 mm) Wet 12.5h Excellent 65% Muggy 6.4 High Good View Details
July best 24°C / 13°C 24°C / 12°C 12days (74 mm) Wet 12.8h Excellent 70% Muggy 6.3 High Excellent View Details
August best 24°C / 13°C 23°C / 11°C 9days (52 mm) Wet 11.8h Excellent 65% Muggy 5.7 High Excellent View Details
September best 20°C / 8°C 17°C / 5°C 6days (26 mm) Good 9.6h Good 63% Muggy 4.5 Moderate Excellent View Details
October 11°C / 1°C 7°C / -3°C 4days (20 mm) Good 7.1h Good 65% Muggy 2.8 Moderate Poor View Details
November 0°C / -7°C -4°C / -12°C 6days (24 mm) Good 4.9h Fair 79% Humid 1.5 Low Poor View Details
December -7°C / -15°C -12°C / -20°C 5days (18 mm) Good 4.3h Fair 79% Humid 1.2 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Dress in layers — a mix of long sleeves, light sweaters, and a versatile jacket works best for changeable conditions.

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

Warm evening layerUmbrellaComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically fair for visiting Killam, with average highs of 19°C (66°F) and around 8 rainy days. Killam, Canada in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 18.7°C (66°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Temperatur
Killam typically sees around 8 rainy days in May with 52 mm (2 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Nights in Killam during May are cool at around 6°C (43°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 19°C (66°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F) in May, we recommend: Warm evening layer, Umbrella, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
May is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Killam. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Killam during May is 6 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Killam gets approximately 16 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 12 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Killam typically sees around 1 snow days in May with roughly 1 cm (0 in) of snowfall.

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