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Summerside Weather in May

May in Summerside averages 13°C (55°F) during the day and 5°C (41°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 89 mm (3.5 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Summerside in May

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 14 days of rain, with 89 mm (3.5 in) average for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Summerside in May

Summerside in May gets highs of 13°C (55°F) during the day and drops to 5°C (41°F) at night. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. At 5°C (41°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Summerside in May

There are approximately 199 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days. Despite the cool temperatures, the sunshine makes it an enjoyable time to be outside.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and August typically offer the best weather for Summerside.

Summerside Temperature in May

Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Chance of Rain
45%
Precipitation
89 mm (3.5 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Sunshine
199 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
43% *
* Data from: Charlottetown, Canada (53 KM, 33 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 Summerside 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. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Summerside 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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