Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Calgary, Canada, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 10°C (51°F). Highs can soar to 26°C (80°F), while lows may dip to -2°C (28°F). Typically, the humidity level in Calgary throughout May hovers around 80%.
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In May, Calgary averages 62 mm (2.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 10 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 15 hours 35 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 15 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 37% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Calgary reaches a maximum of 8, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||