Nova Scotia
May
Weather in Nova Scotia for May 2025
Your guide to Nova Scotia weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Nova Scotia at the beginning of May is 9.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 15.7 °C by the end of May.
With an average of 4 rainy days, Nova Scotia experiences minimal rainfall in May, ensuring that most days remain pleasantly dry.
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27
Dry days
4
Rainy days
0
Snow days
14°/4°
Temperatures
20 km/h
Avg max wind
77 %
Avg humidity
Nova Scotia in May average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  9° | 2 8° | 3  6° | 4 8° | |||
| 5  9° | 6 11° | 7  14° | 8 14° | 9 9° | 10  10° | 11 12° |
| 12  12° | 13 15° | 14 13° | 15 17° | 16 15° | 17 14° | 18 11° |
| 19 11° | 20 14° | 21 14° | 22 15° | 23 16° | 24 14° | 25 13° |
| 26 12° | 27 17° | 28 18° | 29 16° | 30 17° | 31 17° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Nova Scotia
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May weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 9° /2° | 21.1 mm | 3 | |
| 2 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 8° /3° | 1.8 mm | 2 | |
| 3 May | Patchy rain possible | 6° /3° | 0.5 mm | 2 | |
| 4 May | Patchy rain possible | 8° /3° | 0.7 mm | 2 | |
| 5 May | Overcast | 9° /3° | 0.2 mm | 3 | |
| 6 May | Overcast | 11° /3° | 2.1 mm | 3 | |
| 7 May | Cloudy | 14° /5° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 8 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /4° | 0.8 mm | 4 | |
| 9 May | Patchy rain possible | 9° /3° | 2.6 mm | 3 | |
| 10 May | Partly cloudy | 10° /3° | 0.3 mm | 3 | |
| 11 May | Overcast | 12° /4° | 0.2 mm | 3 | |
| 12 May | Sunny | 12° /3° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| 13 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 15° /4° | 2.3 mm | 4 | |
| 14 May | Cloudy | 13° /4° | 2.5 mm | 3 | |
| 15 May | Overcast | 17° /6° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 16 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /8° | 1.3 mm | 4 | |
| 17 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 14° /4° | 3.9 mm | 4 | |
| 18 May | Patchy rain possible | 11° /4° | 5.5 mm | 3 | |
| 19 May | Sunny | 11° /5° | 6.8 mm | 3 | |
| 20 May | Cloudy | 14° /5° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 21 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 14° /7° | 3.3 mm | 4 | |
| 22 May | Overcast | 15° /8° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 23 May | Sunny | 16° /6° | 2.8 mm | 5 | |
| 24 May | Partly cloudy | 14° /7° | 3 mm | 4 | |
| 25 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /7° | 0.2 mm | 3 | |
| 26 May | Overcast | 12° /7° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| 27 May | Sunny | 17° /5° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 28 May | Sunny | 18° /8° | 6 mm | 5 | |
| 29 May | Sunny | 16° /7° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
| 30 May | Partly cloudy | 17° /6° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 31 May | Partly cloudy | 17° /8° | 0.2 mm | 5 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Nova Scotia in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Nova Scotia forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Nova Scotia in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Nova Scotia during May?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 14° and colder nights, dipping below 4°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Nova Scotia during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 123.4 mm is expected in Nova Scotia during May, occurring over more than 4 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Nova Scotia during May?
The average wind speed in Nova Scotia during May is 20 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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