Okanagan Valley Weather in May

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

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Kelowna Penticton Vernon Osoyoos

Are you planning a trip a to the Okanagan Valley, Canada in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the Okanagan Valley in May

The Okanagan Valley, Canada is a region in Canada. May in the Okanagan Valley generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Peachland at 15°C (59°F) to warm in Osoyoos at 22°C (72°F). At night it cools down to 7°C (45°F) in Osoyoos and 4°C (39°F) in Peachland.

For a closer look at conditions across the Okanagan Valley, Canada, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Osoyoos with an average of 28 mm (1.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Armstrong with 69 mm (2.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Kelowna enjoys about 238 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Okanagan Valley by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Okanagan Valley — and find the best time to visit. (based on Kelowna)

January0°C (32°F) February3°C (37°F) March7°C (45°F) April11°C (52°F) May16°C (61°F) This monthJune19°C (66°F) July24°C (75°F) August24°C (75°F) September20°C (68°F) October12°C (54°F) November5°C (41°F) December1°C (34°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Okanagan Valley in May

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

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 Okanagan Valley

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

Temperature range in the Okanagan Valley (May)

Precipitation variation in the Okanagan Valley (May)

Kelowna

In May Kelowna generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
238 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Kelowna →

Penticton

In May Penticton 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
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
238 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Penticton →

Vernon

In May Vernon generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
238 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
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Osoyoos

In May Osoyoos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
20 mm (0.8 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
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Summerland

In May Summerland generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
238 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Okanagan Valley in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kelowna 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Penticton 17°C (63°F) 5°C (41°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Vernon 18°C (64°F) 5°C (41°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Osoyoos 22°C (72°F) 7°C (45°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Summerland 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Peachland 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)

The Okanagan Valley weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Okanagan Valley, Canada in May?

the Okanagan Valley, Canada typically experiences tolerable weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Kelowna average around 16°C (61°F), and temperatures drop to about 5°C (41°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Okanagan Valley, Canada in May?

In Kelowna, the average daytime high in May is 16°C (61°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 5°C (41°F).

Does the Okanagan Valley, Canada get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Kelowna averages just 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for the Okanagan Valley, Canada.

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Okanagan Valley, Canada?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit the Okanagan Valley, Canada with overall tolerable weather in Kelowna.

On average, the best time to visit the Okanagan Valley, Canada is in July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Kelowna. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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