Bay of Fundy Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Bay of Fundy, Canada in May.

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Moncton Saint John Digby Wolfville

Planning a getaway to the Bay of Fundy, Canada this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Bay of Fundy in May

The Bay of Fundy, Canada is a region in Canada. May in the Bay of Fundy generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C (55°F) in Digby to 17°C (63°F) in Moncton. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in Moncton and 6°C (43°F) in Digby.

For a closer look at conditions across the Bay of Fundy, Canada, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Moncton with an average of 89 mm (3.5 in) to high rainfall in Saint John with 108 mm (4.3 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Moncton sees around 207 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore the Bay of Fundy by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Bay of Fundy — and find the best time to visit. (based on Moncton)

January-2°C (28°F) February-1°C (30°F) March4°C (39°F) April10°C (50°F) May17°C (63°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August25°C (77°F) September21°C (70°F) October14°C (57°F) November8°C (46°F) December2°C (36°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Bay of Fundy in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Bay of Fundy.

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 the Bay of Fundy

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

Temperature range in the Bay of Fundy (May)

Precipitation variation in the Bay of Fundy (May)

Moncton

In May Moncton generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
207 hours
232 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Moncton →

Saint John

In May Saint John generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Saint John →

Digby

In May Digby generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Digby →

Wolfville

In May Wolfville generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Wolfville →

Parrsboro

In May Parrsboro generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Bay of Fundy in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Moncton 17°C (63°F) 5°C (41°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Saint John 13°C (55°F) 6°C (43°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Digby 13°C (55°F) 6°C (43°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Wolfville 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Parrsboro 13°C (55°F) 5°C (41°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)

The Bay of Fundy weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Bay of Fundy, Canada in May?

the Bay of Fundy, Canada typically experiences tolerable weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Moncton average around 17°C (63°F), and temperatures drop to about 5°C (41°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Bay of Fundy, Canada in May?

In Moncton, the average daytime high in May is 17°C (63°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 5°C (41°F).

Does the Bay of Fundy, Canada get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in the Bay of Fundy, Canada. Moncton averages only about 89 mm (3.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Bay of Fundy, Canada?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit the Bay of Fundy, Canada with overall tolerable weather in Moncton. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Moncton. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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