Pictou weather in May (Nova Scotia, Canada)

What kind of weather does May bring to Pictou? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Pictou includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 15°C, while night temperatures can drop to 5°C.

Precipitation

Pictou in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 85 mm for the month. Known for its minimal rainfall, this month is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Take advantage of the dry conditions to explore and enjoy various activities. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 13 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 199 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Pictou.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Pictou, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 44%  

Precipitation 85 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Sunshine 199 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 43% *  

Data from: Charlottetown, Canada (69 KM, 43 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

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