May 16 is generally a great time to visit Calgary. While there is a slight chance of rain (24%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 17°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Calgary right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Calgary
Currency
CAD
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Language
English
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Driving
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The area codes in Calgary are403and587, ...
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Calgary Weather Forecast for May 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 17.1°C. 24% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Calgary in May
Based on historical data for May 16, Calgary typically experiences temperatures between 4.2°C and 17.1°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, layers (onion system) to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (24% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Calgary
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
- Layers (Onion System)
Average High
17.1°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
4.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
17.1°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
24%
Avg 1.2mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~24% chance
Pressure
1011.7 hPa
Medium volatility
Calgary Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ Weather is generally predictable, but pack for minor variations. A light backup layer is recommended.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
04:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 19 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 29 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 48 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
8.8°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Canada
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~296
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Calgary
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
04:46
☀️ Noon
12:34
🌇 Sunset
20:21
⏱️ Daylight
15h 35m
Wind Speed
16.1 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
11.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
58%
Comfortable
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Travel Health & Safety in Calgary
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Calgary on May 16 averages 17.1°C with a 24% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 82/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Calgary Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Calgary Worth Visiting on May 16?
Planning a trip to Calgary on May 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 17.1°C with a 24% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 296 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Canada, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 25.2°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 0.7°C in 2017.