Niagara on the Lake weather in May (Ontario, Canada)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Niagara on the Lake during May? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

May in Niagara on the Lake generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 15°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 6°C.

Precipitation

Niagara on the Lake in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 47 mm for the month. On average, there are about 9 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 259 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

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 Niagara on the Lake climate page with graphs.

 

Niagara on the Lake, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 6°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 31%  

Precipitation 47 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 67% *  

Sunshine 259 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 57% *  

* Data from: Buffalo, the United States of America (44 KM, 27 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.

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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

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

5/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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