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Hinton Weather in May

May in Hinton brings moderate temperatures around 15°C (59°F) during the day, dropping to 0°C (32°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 84 mm (3.3 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Hinton in May

Typically, you can expect about 10 days of rain this month, with 84 mm (3.3 in) on average. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Hinton in May

Daytime highs in Hinton in May reach 15°C (59°F), with nights around 0°C (32°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. With overnight lows of 0°C (32°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Hinton in May

There are approximately 228 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days. Despite the cool temperatures, the sunshine makes it an enjoyable time to be outside.

For Hinton itself, August generally stands out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Hinton Temperature in May

Min Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
84 mm (3.3 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Sunshine
228 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
46% *
* Data from: Jasper, Canada (67 KM, 41 Miles).

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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 Hinton in May

Pack for changing conditions in Hinton in May. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Hinton in May

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

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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