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Antigonish weather in May (Nova Scotia, Canada)

Looking to travel to Antigonish 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, Antigonish generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 14°C, while nights can cool down to about 5°C.

Antigonish in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 83 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 11 days of the month will see rainfall.

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

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

 

Antigonish, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 83 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  

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.

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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 this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

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
Barbeque
5/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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