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Shirley Weather in May

May in Shirley brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 14°C (57°F) and nights around 8°C (46°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 72 mm (2.8 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Shirley in May

Typically, about 12 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) for the month. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.

Temperature in Shirley in May

May in Shirley brings typical temperatures with highs around 14°C (57°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights drop to 8°C (46°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Shirley in May

With approximately 270 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. Despite it being a cool month, it makes for pleasant days outside.

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Shirley Temperature in May

Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
41%
Precipitation
72 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
58% *
Sunshine
270 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
57% *
* Data from: Victoria, Canada (40 KM, 24 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Shirley in May

The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Shirley in May

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

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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