May · Canada
Best time to visit Haida Gwaii in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Haida Gwaii in May
Average temperature 9°C, 75 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 84% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
7.8/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 9°C
- Rainfall
- 75 mm
- Humidity
- 84%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Haida Gwaii scores 7.8/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 9°C, 75 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Haida Gwaii is an archipelago of rainforest coastlines, Haida heritage sites, and some of Canada's richest marine life.
May in Haida Gwaii: strong conditions, 4th of 12
Expect 9°C (48°F) in May. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 75 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 15.6 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 7.8/10 on the same scale — 4th of 12 months, versus 8.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Haida Gwaii in May?
- In May, Haida Gwaii averages 9°C, 75 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.8/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Haida Gwaii?
- May earns a 7.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Haida Gwaii in May?
- Expect about 75 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 84% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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