May · Canada
Best time to visit Kamloops in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kamloops in May
Average temperature 9°C, 42 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 69% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.6/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 9°C
- Rainfall
- 42 mm
- Humidity
- 69%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Kamloops scores 8.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 9°C, 42 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kamloops sits where the Thompson River meets sagebrush hills, with riverside trails, wineries, and easy staging for interior BC road trips.
May in Kamloops — one of the year's strongest windows (5th)
May averages 9°C (49°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Expect 42 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 15.3 daylight hours.
A 8.6/10 puts this among the year's best months in Kamloops (5th of 12); only July scores higher, at 10/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kamloops in May?
- In May, Kamloops averages 9°C, 42 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.6/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Kamloops?
- May earns a 8.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kamloops in May?
- Expect about 42 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 69% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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