Dartmouth weather in May (Nova Scotia, Canada)

What kind of weather does May bring to Dartmouth? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

The month of May in Dartmouth typically includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 15°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 6°C.

Precipitation

Dartmouth in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 90 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. This month experiences about 14 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

With around 193 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Dartmouth, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 6°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 45%  

Precipitation 90 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 62% *  

Sunshine 193 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 47% *  

Data from: Halifax, Canada (3 KM, 2 Miles).

Where to go in Canada in May

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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 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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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