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Carbonear Weather in May

May in Carbonear averages 8°C (46°F) during the day and 2°C (36°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 96 mm (3.8 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Carbonear in May

You can typically expect 12 days of rain this month, averaging around 96 mm (3.8 in). Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Carbonear in May

Expect highs of 8°C (46°F) in Carbonear in May, with nights dropping to around 2°C (36°F). Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. Nights fall to 2°C (36°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Carbonear in May

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 176 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

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Carbonear Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 39%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 96 mm (3.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
SunshineSunshine 176 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 37% *  
* Data from: St. John's, Canada (43 KM, 27 Miles).

Best Places in Canada in May

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Carbonear in May

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Carbonear in May. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Carbonear in May

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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