St. John's weather in May (Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada)
What's the typical weather in St. John's for May? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.
Temperatures
During May, St. John's usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 10°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 3°C.
Precipitation
St. John's in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 81 mm for the month. This month experiences about 15 days of rain according to historical data.Average sunshine
Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 176 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit St. John's. August generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized St. John's climate page with graphs.
St. John's, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
3°C
Max Temperature
10°C
Chance of Rain
51%
Precipitation
81 mm
Rainy days
15 days
Sunshine
176 hours
Percentage Sunshine
37%
Where to go in Canada in May
Find out more about the weather in Canada and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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