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The weather in May is significantly warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into June. May has average maximum temperatures of 13°C (55°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 50.3% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.9 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Alberta.
May has total rainfall of 4.6cm (1.8inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 14 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.
Sea temperatures are a cold 7°C (45°F). May is too cold for swimming in Alberta for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in May is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into June.
Consider visiting Alberta in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
No, May is not a good time for sunbathing in Alberta.
May has average maximum temperatures of 13°C (55°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 50.3% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.9 hours of sunshine per day. May has total rainfall of 4.6cm (1.8inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 14 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.
More about May temperature and sunshine.
No, May is too cold for swimming in Alberta for any length of time, with the sea water at 7°C (45°F), unless you have a wetsuit.
More about May sea temperatures.
No, May is not a good time for a holiday in Alberta.
May has average maximum temperatures of 13°C (55°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 50.3% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.9 hours of sunshine per day. May has total rainfall of 4.6cm (1.8inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 14 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Alberta. Sea temperatures are a cold 7°C (45°F). May is too cold for swimming in Alberta for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.
More about the May temperatures and sunshine.
No, Alberta is too cold for sunbathing in May.
The average maximum temperature in Alberta in May is 13°C (55°F). The average maximum temperature is 7°C (45°) in the previous month and 17°C (62°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Alberta in May is 6°C (43°F). The average temperature is 1°C (34°F) in the previous month and 10°C (50°F) in the next month.
More info about the May temperatures and sunshine.
The average day light hours per day in Alberta in May are 15.7. The sunshine percentage is 50.3% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.9 hours of sunshine per day.
More about May sunshine.
The weather in May is significantly warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into June. The average maximum temperature in Alberta in May is 13°C (55°F). The average maximum temperature is 7°C (45°F) in the previous month and 17°C (62°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Alberta in May is 6°C (43°F). The average temperature is 1°C (34°F) in the previous month and 10°C (50°F) in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Alberta in May is -1°C (31°F). The minimum temperature is -5°C (23°F) in the previous month and 4°C (38°F) in the next month.
The days in May are much longer than the previous month and the days continue to get slightly longer into June. May has more hours of sunshine than the previous month. During May the average day light hours are 15.7 per day in Alberta. The sunshine percentage is 50.3% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.9 hours of sunshine per day.
The ultraviolet index in Alberta in May is typically 8.1 during May. An ultraviolet index reading of 8 to 10 indicates a very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 15 minutes. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Alberta in May is 7°C (44.6°F) which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia. The sea temperature in May is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into June.
May weather is wetter than the previous month and rainfall continues to rise into June. May has more days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to rise into June. The average total rainfall in Alberta in May is 4.6cm (1.8inches) and on average there are 14 rainy days in May making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Alberta in May is 2°C (36°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is -2°C (28°F) in the previous month and 7°C (7°F) in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Alberta in May is typically 91.6%. The maximum relative humidity is 90% in the previous month and 92.8% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Alberta in May is typically 66.7%. The average relative humidity is 67.4% in the previous month and 68.7% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Alberta in May is typically 21KM/H (13MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 22KM/H (13MPH) in the previous month and 20KM/H (13MPH) in the next month.
The average wind speed in Alberta in May is typically 9KM/H (6MPH). The average wind speed is 10KM/H (6MPH) in the previous month and 9KM/H (5MPH) in the next month.
The average wind direction in Alberta in May is from the West-Southwest.
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