Average weather for Courtenay in May
It's cool to moderate in May in Courtenay with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 15°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 12°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Courtenay with cool temps, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights around 8°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 19°C, with nights around 10°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Courtenay is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 12°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
In May, there is an average of 75 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Courtenay in May |
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18°C | 22°C | |
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21°C | 28°C | |
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15°C | -5°C | |
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75 mm | 105 mm | |
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7 days | 14 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Courtenay?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Courtenay. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2023, Courtenay reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 2°C to a highest value of 15°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Courtenay
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Courtenay, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Courtenay
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Courtenay, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 7 days of precipitation in Courtenay.
Daily UV index in May in Courtenay
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Courtenay, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Courtenay over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Courtenay, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Courtenay over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Courtenay, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Courtenay
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Average weather in Courtenay by month
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