May weather forecast
Jasper, Canada

May

Weather in May

May in Jasper welcomes the steady arrival of the much-anticipated spring, a season of renewal and rebirth. Comparatively, longer daylight hours and an increase in sunshine nurture growth and bring nature back to life. However, rainfall starts to become more frequent, measuring an average of 60mm (2.36"). Springs' genesis introduces a splash of wildflowers across the city, creating a picturesque spectacle for both locals and tourists. The change in the weather spectrum also yields excellent conditions for outdoor activities, fostering renewed energy in the heart of Canada's Jasper.

Temperature

As May arrives, Jasper's weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's cold 1.8°C (35.2°F) to a chilly 9.2°C (48.6°F). May nights in Jasper cool down to an average low-temperature of -0.9°C (30.4°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In May, in Jasper, the rain falls for 19.8 days. Throughout May, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 181.8 rainfall days, and 570mm (22.44") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Jasper are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.9 snowfall days, in May, Jasper aggregates 48mm (1.89") of snow. In Jasper, during the entire year, snow falls for 135.5 days and aggregates up to 1709mm (67.28") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Jasper is 15h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 9:21 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 10:06 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in May translates into these instructions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Jasper?
The high-temperature, in May, in Jasper, is 9.2°C (48.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to -0.9°C (30.4°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Jasper?
The average relative humidity in May in Jasper, Canada, is 75%.
How much does it rain in Jasper in May?
In Jasper, Canada, during May, the rain falls for 19.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation.
What is the last month it snows in Jasper?
May is the last month it regularly snows in Jasper. During 3.9 snowfall days, in May, Jasper aggregates 48mm (1.89") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in May in Jasper?
In Jasper, the average day length in May is 15h and 51min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Jasper?
On the first day of May in Jasper, Canada, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 9:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 10:06 pm MDT.
How long on average sun shines in May in Jasper?
In May, the average sunshine duration in Jasper, Canada, is 10.2h.
How high is the UV index in May in Jasper?
In Jasper, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May - Jasper, Canada
Average temperature in May
Jasper, Canada
  • Average high temperature in May: 9.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-8.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: -0.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (6.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-16.6°C).

Average pressure in May - Jasper, Canada
Average pressure in May
Jasper, Canada
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1012.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Jasper, Canada
Average wind speed in May
Jasper, Canada
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (10.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.6km/h).

Average humidity in May - Jasper, Canada
Average humidity in May
Jasper, Canada
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (64%).

Average rainfall in May - Jasper, Canada
Average rainfall in May
Jasper, Canada
  • Average rainfall in May: 60mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (83mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (27mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Jasper, Canada
Average rainfall days in May
Jasper, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May - Jasper, Canada
Average snowfall in May
Jasper, Canada
  • Average snowfall in May: 48mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (274mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May - Jasper, Canada
Average snowfall days in May
Jasper, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in May: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (22.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Jasper, Canada
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Jasper, Canada
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May - Jasper, Canada
Average sunshine days in May
Jasper, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (4.4 days).

Average UV index in May - Jasper, Canada
Average UV index in May
Jasper, Canada
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May - Jasper, Canada
Average cloud cover in May
Jasper, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May - Jasper, Canada
Average visibility in May
Jasper, Canada
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).

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