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Wakefield Weather in May

May in Wakefield sees daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) at night. With around 93 mm (3.7 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Wakefield in May

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 13 days with rain, averaging 93 mm (3.7 in) for the month. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Wakefield in May

May tends to be one of the perfect months in Wakefield, with 20°C (68°F) in the afternoon and 7°C (45°F) overnight. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 7°C (45°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Wakefield in May

There are approximately 231 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a good time to visit Wakefield.

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Wakefield Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 93 mm (3.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 49% *  
SunshineSunshine 231 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 50% *  
* Data from: Ottawa, Canada (30 KM, 18 Miles).

Best Places in Canada in May

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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 Wakefield in May

For Wakefield in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Wakefield in May

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

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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