Weather in Great Lake Superior, Canada in May

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Visiting Great Lake Superior, Canada in May

The weather in May is significantly warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise at a fast pace into June. May has average maximum temperatures of 12°C (54°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 56% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 8.5 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Great Lake Superior.

May has total rainfall of 3.4cm (1.3inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 9.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 9°C (48°F). May is too cold for swimming in Great Lake Superior for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in May is slightly warmer than the previous month.

Consider visiting Great Lake Superior in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.

Can you sunbathe in Great Lake Superior in May?

No, May is not a good time for sunbathing in Great Lake Superior.

May has average maximum temperatures of 12°C (54°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 56% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 8.5 hours of sunshine per day. May has total rainfall of 3.4cm (1.3inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 9.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

More about May temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Great Lake Superior in May?

No, May is too cold for swimming in Great Lake Superior for any length of time, with the sea water at 9°C (48°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about May sea temperatures.

Is May a good time to holiday in Great Lake Superior?

No, May is not a good time for a holiday in Great Lake Superior.

May has average maximum temperatures of 12°C (54°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 56% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 8.5 hours of sunshine per day. May has total rainfall of 3.4cm (1.3inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 9.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Great Lake Superior. Sea temperatures are a cold 9°C (48°F). May is too cold for swimming in Great Lake Superior for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the May temperatures and sunshine.

Is Great Lake Superior warm in May?

No, Great Lake Superior is too cold for sunbathing in May.

The average maximum temperature in Great Lake Superior in May is 12°C (54°F). The average maximum temperature is 7°C (44°) in the previous month and 17°C (63°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Great Lake Superior in May is 8°C (46°F). The average temperature is 2°C (36°F) in the previous month and 12°C (54°F) in the next month.

More info about the May temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Great Lake Superior in May?

The average day light hours per day in Great Lake Superior in May are 15.2. The sunshine percentage is 56% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 8.5 hours of sunshine per day.

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Temperature in Great Lake Superior in May

The weather in May is significantly warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise at a fast pace into June. The average maximum temperature in Great Lake Superior in May is 12°C (54°F). The average maximum temperature is 7°C (44°F) in the previous month and 17°C (63°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Great Lake Superior in May is 8°C (46°F). The average temperature is 2°C (36°F) in the previous month and 12°C (54°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Great Lake Superior in May is 3°C (38°F). The minimum temperature is -3°C (27°F) in the previous month and 7°C (45°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Great Lake Superior in May

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 and hours of sunshine continue to rise quickly into June. During May the average day light hours are 15.2 per day in Great Lake Superior. The sunshine percentage is 56% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 8.5 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Great Lake Superior in May is typically 7.5 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.

Sea Temperature in Great Lake Superior in May

The average sea water temperature in Great Lake Superior in May is 9°C (48.2°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in May is slightly warmer than the previous month.

Rainfall in Great Lake Superior in May

May weather is marginally wetter than the previous month and rainfall continues to rise slightly into June. May has a couple of more days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to rise into June. The average total rainfall in Great Lake Superior in May is 3.4cm (1.3inches) and on average there are 9.8 rainy days in May making it a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Great Lake Superior in May

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Great Lake Superior in May is 7°C (44°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 1°C (33°F) in the previous month and 12°C (12°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Great Lake Superior in May is typically 94.1%. The maximum relative humidity is 92.4% in the previous month and 96.3% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Great Lake Superior in May is typically 76.7%. The average relative humidity is 74% in the previous month and 81.8% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Great Lake Superior in May

The average maximum wind speed in Great Lake Superior in May is typically 24KM/H (15MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 23KM/H (14MPH) in the previous month and 20KM/H (13MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Great Lake Superior in May is typically 13KM/H (8MPH). The average wind speed is 13KM/H (8MPH) in the previous month and 11KM/H (7MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Great Lake Superior in May is from the East-Southeast.

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