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Quebec City weather in May (Quebec, Canada)

Curious about the May weather in Quebec City? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Quebec City typically experiences pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 19°C. But by evening, they drop to around 6°C.

Quebec City in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 110 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 14 days.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 211 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, October, 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 Quebec City climate page with graphs.

 

Quebec City, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 110 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 52%  
SunshineSunshine 211 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 45%  

Where to go in Canada in May

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

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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 Quebec City in May?

For visitors traveling to Quebec City, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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