Sea Temperature in Gjoa Haven in May

Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Arctic Ocean in Gjoa Haven in May. Historical daily data. Climate details for May. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Gjoa Haven. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.

Water Temperature Range in Gjoa Haven in May

-2°C

MINIMUN

-1°C

AVERAGE

0°C

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in May in Gjoa Haven

Water Temperature Chart for Arctic Ocean in Gjoa Haven in May

Sea Temperature Table in Gjoa Haven in May Over the Past Years

Day	2024	2023	2022	Average
May 1	-1°C	-2°C	-1°C	-1.3°C
May 2	-1°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.0°C
May 3	-1°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.0°C
May 4	-1°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.0°C
May 5	-1°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.0°C
May 6	-1°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.0°C
May 7	-1°C	-2°C	-1°C	-1.3°C
May 8	-1°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.0°C
May 9	-1°C	-2°C	-1°C	-1.3°C
May 10	-1°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.0°C
May 11	-1°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.0°C
May 12	-1°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.0°C
May 13	-1°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.0°C
May 14	-1°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.0°C
May 15	-1°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.0°C
May 16	-1°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.0°C
May 17	-1°C	-2°C	-1°C	-1.3°C
May 18	-1°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.0°C
May 19	-1°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.0°C
May 20	-1°C	-2°C	-1°C	-1.3°C
May 21	-1°C	-2°C	-1°C	-1.3°C
May 22	-1°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.0°C
May 23	-1°C	-2°C	-1°C	-1.3°C
May 24	-1°C	-2°C	-1°C	-1.3°C
May 25	-1°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.0°C
May 26	-1°C	-2°C	-1°C	-1.3°C
May 27	-1°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.0°C
May 28	-1°C	-2°C	-1°C	-1.3°C
May 29	-1°C	-2°C	-1°C	-1.3°C
May 30	-1°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.0°C

Gjoa Haven Climate and Swimming Opportunities in May

15°C

Average Day Air Temperature

3°C

Average Night Air Temperature

56 mm

Precipitation Amount per Month

11 days

Number of Rainy Days

15 hrs

Daylight
per Day

8 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

14 km/h

Average Wind Speed

56%

Average
humidity

Gjoa Haven lies within the Nunavut in Canada. The average daytime temperature in Gjoa Haven in May is 15°C (59°F), while the nighttime average is 3°C (37°F). There are typically 11 rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 56 mm (2.2 inches). The daylight duration in May in Gjoa Haven is 15 hours, with an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in May is 14 km/h (9 mph), and the humidity level is around 56%.

The water temperature in Gjoa Haven in May ranges from -2°C to -1°C (28°F to 30°F). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around -1°C (30°F), shifting to -1°C (30°F) by mid-May and reaching -1°C (30°F) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Gjoa Haven for May is -1°C (30°F). The water remains dangerously cold, but the slightly warmer air can make short swims somewhat more bearable. Still, only for the well-prepared.

Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in May in Gjoa Haven

What is the sea temperature in Gjoa Haven in May?

The water temperature in the Arctic Ocean in Gjoa Haven in May ranges from -2°C to -1°C (28°F to 30°F).

Is it possible to swim in the Arctic Ocean in Gjoa Haven in May?

The average sea temperature in Gjoa Haven in May is -1°C (30°F), and the air temperature is 15°C (59°F), so the water remains dangerously cold, but the slightly warmer air can make short swims somewhat more bearable. Still, only for the well-prepared.