Anticosti Island Weather in May

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

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Port Menier

Planning a trip to Anticosti Island, Canada this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Anticosti Island in May

Anticosti Island, Canada is a region in Canada. May in Anticosti Island generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Port Menier.

For a closer look at conditions across Anticosti Island, Canada, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

May is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 89 mm (3.5 in) in Port Menier.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Port Menier typically receives 243 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Anticosti Island by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Anticosti Island — and find the best time to visit. (based on Port Menier)

January-5°C (23°F) February-6°C (21°F) March-1°C (30°F) April3°C (37°F) May8°C (46°F) June14°C (57°F) This monthJuly18°C (64°F) August18°C (64°F) September15°C (59°F) October9°C (48°F) November4°C (39°F) December-1°C (30°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Anticosti Island in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Anticosti Island.

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 Anticosti Island

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in Anticosti Island, Canada?

Port Menier

In May Port Menier generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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May
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April
May
June
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
243 hours
247 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
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Anticosti Island weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Anticosti Island, Canada in May?

Anticosti Island, Canada typically experiences poor weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Port Menier average around 8°C (46°F), and temperatures drop to about 4°C (39°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Anticosti Island, Canada in May?

In Port Menier, the average daytime high in May is 8°C (46°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 4°C (39°F).

Does Anticosti Island, Canada get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Anticosti Island, Canada during May, with Port Menier averaging close to 89 mm (3.5 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Anticosti Island, Canada?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Port Menier, May may not be the ideal time to visit Anticosti Island, Canada.

Generally speaking, August provides pleasant weather in Port Menier. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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