May Weather in North Cowichan

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in North Cowichan, Canada, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 12°C (55°F). Highs can soar to 24°C (76°F), while lows may dip to 4°C (39°F). Typically, the humidity level in North Cowichan throughout May hovers around 81%.

4°C (39°F)

Minimum temperature

12°C (55°F)

Average temperature

24°C (76°F)

Maximum temperature

81%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, North Cowichan averages 54 mm (2.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 10 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 15 hours 17 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 37 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 33% probability of sunny days during this period.

54 mm (2.1 inches)

Precipitation

10 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 37 minutes

Sunshine hours

33%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in North Cowichan 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.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  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
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

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