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CanadaThe weather in May in Vancouver
It's cool to moderate in May in Vancouver with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 15°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 13°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Vancouver. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Vancouver, Canada. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 28°C in 2023, Vancouver reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 5°C to a highest value of 17°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Vancouver is 10°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 63 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Vancouver
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Vancouver. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Vancouver | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 18°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 20°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 9°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 63 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 9 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Vancouver with cool temps, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights around 10°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 19°C, with nights around 12°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 Vancouver is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 13°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Vancouver, Canada. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Vancouver
Temperature in May in Vancouver over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Vancouver, Canada. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Vancouver
Total precipitation in May in Vancouver over the years
Daily UV index in May in Vancouver
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Vancouver, 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.
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Average weather in Vancouver by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Vancouver. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.