Prince Edward Island Weather in May

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

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Charlottetown Cavendish Summerside Brackley Beach

Considering a trip to Prince Edward Island, Canada this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Prince Edward Island in May

Prince Edward Island, Canada is a region in Canada. May in Prince Edward Island generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Souris at 9°C (48°F) and mild in Charlottetown at 15°C (59°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Charlottetown and 5°C (41°F) in Souris.

For specific regional insights in Prince Edward Island, Canada, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Charlottetown with an average of 82 mm (3.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Murray Harbour with 95 mm (3.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Charlottetown enjoys about 199 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Prince Edward Island by month

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

January-2°C (28°F) February-2°C (28°F) March2°C (36°F) April8°C (46°F) May15°C (59°F) This monthJune20°C (68°F) July24°C (75°F) August24°C (75°F) September20°C (68°F) October14°C (57°F) November8°C (46°F) December2°C (36°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Prince Edward Island in May

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

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

Temperature range in Prince Edward Island (May)

Precipitation variation in Prince Edward Island (May)

Charlottetown

In May Charlottetown generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
8°C (46°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
199 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Charlottetown →

Cavendish

In May Cavendish generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
199 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Cavendish →

Summerside

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

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
199 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Summerside →

Brackley Beach

In May Brackley Beach generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
12°C (54°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
199 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Brackley Beach →

North Rustico

In May North Rustico generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
199 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in North Rustico →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Prince Edward Island in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Charlottetown 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Cavendish 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Summerside 13°C (55°F) 5°C (41°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Brackley Beach 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
North Rustico 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Stanhope 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)

Prince Edward Island weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Prince Edward Island, Canada in May?

May in Prince Edward Island, Canada brings tolerable weather. In Charlottetown, daytime temperatures are typically around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows hover near 6°C (43°F).

What is the average temperature in Prince Edward Island, Canada in May?

Average temperatures in Prince Edward Island, Canada during May range from a nighttime low near 6°C (43°F) to a daytime high around 15°C (59°F) in Charlottetown.

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

Not particularly. Charlottetown averages just 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Prince Edward Island, Canada?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Charlottetown, May might be a good time to visit Prince Edward Island, Canada. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Prince Edward Island, Canada is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Charlottetown. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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