Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Peterborough, Canada, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 13°C (56°F). Highs can soar to 28°C (83°F), while lows may dip to 0°C (32°F). Typically, the humidity level in Peterborough throughout May hovers around 74%.
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In May, Peterborough averages 105 mm (4.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 47 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 9 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 46% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Peterborough reaches a maximum of 9, 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 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 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 | ||||||