Saskatchewan Weather in May

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

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Considering a trip to Saskatchewan, 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 Saskatchewan in May

Saskatchewan, Canada is a region in Canada. May in Saskatchewan generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Saskatoon.

For specific regional insights in Saskatchewan, Canada, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in North Battleford with an average of 45 mm (1.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Moosomin with 81 mm (3.2 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Saskatoon typically receives 263 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Saskatchewan by month

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

January-9°C (16°F) February-7°C (19°F) March1°C (34°F) April11°C (52°F) May19°C (66°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August25°C (77°F) September20°C (68°F) October11°C (52°F) November0°C (32°F) December-7°C (19°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Saskatchewan in May

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

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 Saskatchewan

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

Temperature range in Saskatchewan (May)

Precipitation variation in Saskatchewan (May)

Saskatoon

In May Saskatoon generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°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
11°C (52°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
222 hours
263 hours
266 hours
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
50 mm (2 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Saskatoon →

Regina

In May Regina generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°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
11°C (52°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
239 hours
265 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Regina →

Moose Jaw

In May Moose Jaw generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°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)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
239 hours
265 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Moose Jaw →

Swift Current

In May Swift Current generally has pleasant 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)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Swift Current →

Prince Albert

In May Prince Albert generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
4°C (39°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
perfect
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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Saskatchewan in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Saskatoon 19°C (66°F) 5°C (41°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Regina 19°C (66°F) 5°C (41°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Moose Jaw 19°C (66°F) 5°C (41°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Swift Current 18°C (64°F) 5°C (41°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Prince Albert 19°C (66°F) 4°C (39°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Yorkton 18°C (64°F) 4°C (39°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)

Saskatchewan weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Saskatchewan, Canada in May?

May in Saskatchewan, Canada brings pleasant weather. In Saskatoon, daytime temperatures are typically around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime lows hover near 5°C (41°F).

What is the average temperature in Saskatchewan, Canada in May?

Daytime temperatures in Saskatoon peak at roughly 19°C (66°F) in May, dropping to about 5°C (41°F) overnight.

Does Saskatchewan, Canada get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Saskatchewan, Canada during May, with Saskatoon averaging close to 50 mm (2 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Saskatchewan, Canada?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Saskatoon, May might be a good time to visit Saskatchewan, Canada. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

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

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