Normal weather for Nova Scotia in May
It's cool to moderate in May in Nova Scotia with an average temperature of 15°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 10°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 3°C and 9°C.
In May, there is an average of 50 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,4 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Nova Scotia in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
15°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
19°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
10°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
50 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
8 days | 8 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
0,4 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 0 days | |
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Start of May
The month of May starts in Nova Scotia with cool temperatures, averaging around 13°C during the day and nights close to 5°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 16°C, with nights close to 7°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Nova Scotia will be around 18°C, with nights close to 8°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
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Looking for sun and warm weather? Then May isn’t the best time to be in Nova Scotia. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Temperature records for Nova Scotia in May
With 30°C, Nova Scotia hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2017. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 4°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 0°C to a high of 15°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Nova Scotia
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Nova Scotia, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Nova Scotia
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Nova Scotia, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 8 days of rain in Nova Scotia.
Daily Snowfall in May in Nova Scotia
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in May in Nova Scotia, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in May.
Daily UV Index in May in Nova Scotia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Nova Scotia, 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.
Temperature in May in Nova Scotia Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Nova Scotia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Nova Scotia Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Nova Scotia, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in May in Nova Scotia per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in May in Nova Scotia, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in May for Nova Scotia
Click on a specific day in May for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Nova Scotia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Nova Scotia by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Nova Scotia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
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