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May is a fair month in Whycocomagh

Climate Overview

Whycocomagh, Canada in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 12.6°C (55°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain falls on about 12 days this month.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Daily highs in May gradually rise from around 10°C (49°F) at the start to 16°C (61°F) by month's end.

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

Expect around 7.9h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 9.7h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 30th, averaging 16.6°C (62°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 6°C warmer with 2 fewer rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
13°C / 5°C
Feels Like
10°C / 1°C
Rain
12 days · 91 mm
Sunshine
9.2h / day
Humidity
77% — Humid
Wind
20 km/h
Wind Direction
W (265°)
Gusts
45 km/h
Daylight
15 h
Cloud Cover
66%
Clear Sky Days
3.4
UV Index
5.7 — High
Dew Point
5°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%
Snow Days
1 days · 2 cm
Frost Days
1 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:34
Daylight 14.9h
Sunset 20:31

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.

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

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
0°C / -6°C
Feels Like
-5°C / -11°C
Rain
15days (139 mm) Wet
Sun
3.8h Poor
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
1.7 Low
Snow Days
19days
February
Poor
Temp
-1°C / -8°C
Feels Like
-6°C / -13°C
Rain
14days (134 mm) Wet
Sun
5.5h Fair
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
2.7 Moderate
Snow Days
17days
March
Poor
Temp
2°C / -5°C
Feels Like
-3°C / -10°C
Rain
14days (117 mm) Wet
Sun
7h Good
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
3.5 Moderate
Snow Days
14days
April
Poor
Temp
7°C / 0°C
Feels Like
3°C / -5°C
Rain
14days (129 mm) Wet
Sun
7.9h Good
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
4.5 Moderate
Snow Days
8days
May
Fair
Temp
13°C / 5°C
Feels Like
10°C / 1°C
Rain
12days (91 mm) Wet
Sun
9.2h Good
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
5.7 High
Snow Days
1days
June best
Good
Temp
19°C / 11°C
Feels Like
18°C / 9°C
Rain
13days (102 mm) Wet
Sun
9.4h Good
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
6.3 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 16°C
Feels Like
24°C / 16°C
Rain
12days (96 mm) Wet
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
6.2 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 17°C
Feels Like
24°C / 17°C
Rain
11days (102 mm) Wet
Sun
10.1h Excellent
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
5.9 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
19°C / 13°C
Feels Like
18°C / 12°C
Rain
10days (95 mm) Wet
Sun
8h Good
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
4.7 Moderate
October
Fair
Temp
13°C / 8°C
Feels Like
11°C / 5°C
Rain
11days (123 mm) Wet
Sun
6.5h Fair
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
3.1 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
November
Poor
Temp
7°C / 2°C
Feels Like
4°C / -2°C
Rain
16days (162 mm) Wet
Sun
4.5h Fair
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
1.6 Low
Snow Days
7days
December
Poor
Temp
2°C / -3°C
Feels Like
-3°C / -8°C
Rain
15days (147 mm) Wet
Sun
3.6h Poor
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
1.3 Low
Snow Days
16days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 0°C / -6°C -5°C / -11°C 15days (139 mm) Wet 3.8h Poor 81% Humid 1.7 Low Poor View Details
February -1°C / -8°C -6°C / -13°C 14days (134 mm) Wet 5.5h Fair 78% Humid 2.7 Moderate Poor View Details
March 2°C / -5°C -3°C / -10°C 14days (117 mm) Wet 7h Good 78% Humid 3.5 Moderate Poor View Details
April 7°C / 0°C 3°C / -5°C 14days (129 mm) Wet 7.9h Good 78% Humid 4.5 Moderate Poor View Details
May 13°C / 5°C 10°C / 1°C 12days (91 mm) Wet 9.2h Good 77% Humid 5.7 High Fair View Details
June best 19°C / 11°C 18°C / 9°C 13days (102 mm) Wet 9.4h Good 79% Humid 6.3 High Good View Details
July best 23°C / 16°C 24°C / 16°C 12days (96 mm) Wet 10.2h Excellent 81% Humid 6.2 High Excellent View Details
August best 23°C / 17°C 24°C / 17°C 11days (102 mm) Wet 10.1h Excellent 80% Humid 5.9 High Excellent View Details
September best 19°C / 13°C 18°C / 12°C 10days (95 mm) Wet 8h Good 80% Humid 4.7 Moderate Excellent View Details
October 13°C / 8°C 11°C / 5°C 11days (123 mm) Wet 6.5h Fair 80% Humid 3.1 Moderate Fair View Details
November 7°C / 2°C 4°C / -2°C 16days (162 mm) Wet 4.5h Fair 81% Humid 1.6 Low Poor View Details
December 2°C / -3°C -3°C / -8°C 15days (147 mm) Wet 3.6h Poor 81% Humid 1.3 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 Whycocomagh, with average highs of 13°C (55°F) and around 12 rainy days. Whycocomagh, Canada in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 12.6°C (55°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain
Whycocomagh typically sees around 12 rainy days in May with 91 mm (3.6 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Yes, nights in Whycocomagh during May are cold, averaging 5°C (40°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 13°C (55°F) and lows of 5°C (40°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 Whycocomagh. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Whycocomagh during May is 6 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Whycocomagh gets approximately 15 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 9 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Whycocomagh typically sees around 1 snow days in May with roughly 2 cm (1 in) of snowfall.

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