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May is a poor month in Scott

Climate Overview

Scott, Canada in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 11.9°C (53°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain falls on about 12 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 8°C (46°F) at the start to 17°C (63°F) by month's end.

May sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 80 mm across the month.

Expect around 8.5h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 10.3h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 29th, averaging 17.6°C (64°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 9°C warmer with 1 more rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
12°C / 2°C
Feels Like
9°C / -2°C
Rain
12 days · 80 mm
Sunshine
9.6h / day
Humidity
72% — Humid
Wind
17 km/h
Wind Direction
W (280°)
Gusts
36 km/h
Daylight
15.4 h
Cloud Cover
67%
Clear Sky Days
3.4
UV Index
5.4 — High
Dew Point
2°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%
Snow Days
4 days · 6.9 cm
Frost Days
10 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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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:15
Daylight 15.4h
Sunset 20:38

What to Expect

Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

Rain usually comes in shorter passing showers rather than all-day rain.

4 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
-11°C / -18°C
Feels Like
-17°C / -24°C
Rain
10days (49 mm) Wet
Sun
4.1h Fair
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
1.4 Low
Snow Days
19days
February
Poor
Temp
-10°C / -18°C
Feels Like
-15°C / -23°C
Rain
11days (51 mm) Wet
Sun
5.9h Fair
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
2.4 Moderate
Snow Days
18days
March
Poor
Temp
-4°C / -12°C
Feels Like
-9°C / -17°C
Rain
11days (62 mm) Wet
Sun
7h Good
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
3.4 Moderate
Snow Days
17days
April
Poor
Temp
3°C / -5°C
Feels Like
-1°C / -10°C
Rain
11days (72 mm) Wet
Sun
8.4h Good
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
4.6 Moderate
Snow Days
13days
May
Poor
Temp
12°C / 2°C
Feels Like
9°C / -2°C
Rain
12days (80 mm) Wet
Sun
9.6h Good
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
5.4 High
Snow Days
4days
June best
Good
Temp
20°C / 9°C
Feels Like
19°C / 7°C
Rain
13days (96 mm) Wet
Sun
10.4h Excellent
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
5.9 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
22°C / 13°C
Feels Like
22°C / 12°C
Rain
14days (129 mm) Wet
Sun
10.8h Excellent
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
5.9 High
August best
Good
Temp
21°C / 13°C
Feels Like
20°C / 12°C
Rain
15days (122 mm) Wet
Sun
9.3h Good
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
5 Moderate
September best
Good
Temp
17°C / 10°C
Feels Like
15°C / 7°C
Rain
13days (103 mm) Wet
Sun
7.4h Good
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
3.9 Moderate
October
Poor
Temp
9°C / 4°C
Feels Like
6°C / 0°C
Rain
16days (117 mm) Wet
Sun
4.9h Fair
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
2.5 Moderate
Snow Days
6days
November
Poor
Temp
0°C / -4°C
Feels Like
-4°C / -9°C
Rain
17days (91 mm) Wet
Sun
2.7h Poor
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
1.5 Low
Snow Days
22days
December
Poor
Temp
-7°C / -14°C
Feels Like
-12°C / -19°C
Rain
14days (76 mm) Wet
Sun
3h Poor
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
1.2 Low
Snow Days
21days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January -11°C / -18°C -17°C / -24°C 10days (49 mm) Wet 4.1h Fair 78% Humid 1.4 Low Poor View Details
February -10°C / -18°C -15°C / -23°C 11days (51 mm) Wet 5.9h Fair 74% Muggy 2.4 Moderate Poor View Details
March -4°C / -12°C -9°C / -17°C 11days (62 mm) Wet 7h Good 73% Muggy 3.4 Moderate Poor View Details
April 3°C / -5°C -1°C / -10°C 11days (72 mm) Wet 8.4h Good 73% Muggy 4.6 Moderate Poor View Details
May 12°C / 2°C 9°C / -2°C 12days (80 mm) Wet 9.6h Good 72% Muggy 5.4 High Poor View Details
June best 20°C / 9°C 19°C / 7°C 13days (96 mm) Wet 10.4h Excellent 69% Muggy 5.9 High Good View Details
July best 22°C / 13°C 22°C / 12°C 14days (129 mm) Wet 10.8h Excellent 72% Muggy 5.9 High Excellent View Details
August best 21°C / 13°C 20°C / 12°C 15days (122 mm) Wet 9.3h Good 76% Humid 5 Moderate Good View Details
September best 17°C / 10°C 15°C / 7°C 13days (103 mm) Wet 7.4h Good 76% Humid 3.9 Moderate Good View Details
October 9°C / 4°C 6°C / 0°C 16days (117 mm) Wet 4.9h Fair 80% Humid 2.5 Moderate Poor View Details
November 0°C / -4°C -4°C / -9°C 17days (91 mm) Wet 2.7h Poor 82% Humid 1.5 Low Poor View Details
December -7°C / -14°C -12°C / -19°C 14days (76 mm) Wet 3h Poor 81% Humid 1.2 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 poor for visiting Scott, with average highs of 12°C (53°F) and around 12 rainy days. Scott, Canada in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 11.9°C (53°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain falls
Scott typically sees around 12 rainy days in May with 80 mm (3.1 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Yes, nights in Scott during May are cold, averaging 2°C (35°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 12°C (53°F) and lows of 2°C (35°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 Scott. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Scott during May is 5 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.
Scott gets approximately 15 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 10 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Scott typically sees around 4 snow days in May with roughly 7 cm (3 in) of snowfall.

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