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Stratford Weather in May

Stratford in May sees moderate temperatures, with highs around 14°C (57°F) and overnight lows of 6°C (43°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 82 mm (3.2 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Stratford in May

You can expect rain on roughly 14 days based on historical data, averaging 82 mm (3.2 in) for the month. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.

Temperature in Stratford in May

May in Stratford brings typical temperatures with highs around 14°C (57°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F). Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With lows around 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Stratford in May

With approximately 199 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. Despite it being a cool month, it makes for pleasant days outside.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances for Stratford.

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Stratford Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 46%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 82 mm (3.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
SunshineSunshine 199 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 43% *  
* Data from: Charlottetown, Canada (3 KM, 2 Miles).

Best Places in Canada in May

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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 (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 Stratford in May

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Stratford in May

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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