Salt Spring Island Weather in May

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

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Ganges Fernwood Fulford Harbour

Planning a getaway to Salt Spring Island, 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 Salt Spring Island in May

Salt Spring Island, Canada is a region in Canada. May in Salt Spring Island generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) in Ganges.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Fulford Harbour with an average of 59 mm (2.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Fernwood with 67 mm (2.6 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Ganges sees around 270 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Salt Spring Island in May

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

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

Temperature range in Salt Spring Island (May)

Precipitation variation in Salt Spring Island (May)

Ganges

In May Ganges generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
270 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Ganges →

Fernwood

In May Fernwood generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
222 hours
226 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Fernwood →

Fulford Harbour

In May Fulford Harbour generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
270 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Fulford Harbour →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Salt Spring Island in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ganges 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Fernwood 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Fulford Harbour 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)

Salt Spring Island weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Salt Spring Island, Canada in May?

Expect pleasant weather across Salt Spring Island, Canada in May. The popular destination of Ganges averages 18°C (64°F) by day and 10°C (50°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Salt Spring Island, Canada in May?

In Ganges, the average daytime high in May is 18°C (64°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 10°C (50°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Salt Spring Island, Canada during May, with Ganges averaging close to 63 mm (2.5 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Salt Spring Island, Canada?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Salt Spring Island, Canada with overall pleasant weather in Ganges. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Ganges. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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