Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Nanaimo, Canada, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 12°C (55°F). Highs can soar to 19°C (67°F), while lows may dip to 7°C (44°F). Typically, the humidity level in Nanaimo throughout May hovers around 81%.
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In May, Nanaimo averages 70 mm (2.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 15 hours 20 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 20 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 40% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Nanaimo 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 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 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 | ||||||