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Alberta Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Alberta, Canada in May.

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Thinking about venturing to Alberta, Canada this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Alberta in May

Alberta, Canada is a region in Canada. Alberta, Canada has a wide variety of climate types. During May, you can expect temperatures that range from very cold to pleasant and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Cape Hooper at -3°C (27°F) to pleasant in Taber at 20°C (68°F). At night it cools down to 6°C (43°F) in Taber and -7°C (19°F) in Cape Hooper.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Alberta, Canada, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in High Level with an average of 37 mm (1.5 in) to high rainfall in Waterton Park with 105 mm (4.1 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Calgary gets approximately 250 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Alberta in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Alberta

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Alberta, Canada?

Temperature range in Alberta (May)

Precipitation variation in Alberta (May)

Calgary

In May Calgary generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
222 hours
250 hours
269 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Calgary →

Edmonton

In May Edmonton generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
244 hours
280 hours
285 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
10 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Edmonton →

Jasper

In May Jasper generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
228 hours
226 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
11 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Jasper →

Canmore

In May Canmore generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
203 hours
209 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Canmore →

Banff

In May Banff generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
203 hours
209 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Banff →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Alberta, in Canada.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Alberta in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jasper 9°C (48°F) -3°C (27°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Calgary 17°C (63°F) 3°C (37°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Edmonton 18°C (64°F) 4°C (39°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Canmore 9°C (48°F) -3°C (27°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Banff 8°C (46°F) -3°C (27°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Lake Louise 7°C (45°F) -3°C (27°F) 75 mm (3 in)

Alberta weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Alberta, Canada in May?

In May, Alberta, Canada generally has tolerable weather conditions. Calgary sees daytime temperatures near 17°C (63°F), with nights cooling to roughly 3°C (37°F).

What is the average temperature in Alberta, Canada in May?

Daytime temperatures in Calgary peak at roughly 17°C (63°F) in May, dropping to about 3°C (37°F) overnight.

Does Alberta, Canada get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Calgary averages just 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Alberta, Canada.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Alberta, Canada?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Calgary, May might be a good time to visit Alberta, Canada. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Alberta, Canada is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Calgary. On the other hand, the months of January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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