Fort Simpson weather in May (Northwest Territories, Canada)

How is the weather in Fort Simpson in May? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Fort Simpson typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 17°C, while night temperatures can drop to 3°C.

Fort Simpson in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 34 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 9 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 295 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Fort Simpson climate page with graphs.

 

Fort Simpson, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 17°C  

Chance of Rain 29%  

Precipitation 34 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 44%  

Sunshine 295 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 53%  

Where to go in Canada in May

Find out more about the weather in Canada in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Fort Simpson in May?

For visitors traveling to Fort Simpson, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

5/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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