Saanichton weather in May (British Columbia, Canada)

Curious about the May weather in Saanichton? This guide provides all the details you need.

In May, Saanichton generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 16°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 9°C.

Saanichton in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 50 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 10 days.

With around 270 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Saanichton climate page with graphs.

 

Saanichton, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 16°C  

Chance of Rain 34%  

Precipitation 50 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 58% *  

Sunshine 270 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 57% *  

* Data from: Victoria, Canada (19 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in Canada in May

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Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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