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Scarborough in May

Find out everything about the water temperature in Scarborough in May. Average, minimum and maximum recorded temperatures as well as daily temperature in May for the last two years. Compare the current month's sea temperature data with other months of the year.
Water temperature in May
Minimum:

63.8 °F

Average:

70.5 °F

Maximum:

75.7 °F

Sea water temperature in Scarborough in May

In the city of Scarborough, the month of May is somewhat comfortable for swimming. The minimum recorded temperature during this month was 63.8°F on May 31, 2023, with an average temperature being 70.5°F and a maximum temperature reaching 75.7°F on May 1, 2020.

While some may find it enjoyable for a brief swim, others might consider it a bit too cold for extended periods in the water. In May, the sea temperature remains relatively stable. The average temperature stays close to 70.5°F throughout the month, with minimal changes.
Date 10 years average 2024 2023
May 1 73.2°F 73.5°F 71.4°F
May 2 73.1°F 73.5°F 71.1°F
May 3 72.8°F 73.6°F 71.3°F
May 4 72.5°F 73.5°F 70.3°F
May 5 72.4°F 73.5°F 70.6°F
May 6 72.1°F 72.8°F 69.9°F
May 7 71.9°F 72.0°F 70.5°F
May 8 71.8°F 72.7°F 69.4°F
May 9 71.5°F 71.9°F 68.6°F
May 10 71.4°F 71.3°F 67.4°F
May 11 71.3°F 71.2°F 68.1°F
May 12 70.8°F 70.7°F 67.1°F
May 13 70.8°F 70.7°F 67.4°F
May 14 70.7°F 70.6°F 67.5°F
May 15 70.3°F 70.8°F 67.7°F
May 16 70.2°F 71.0°F 68.1°F
May 17 70.0°F 70.4°F 67.1°F
May 18 70.1°F 70.5°F 67.4°F
May 19 69.8°F 69.3°F 65.8°F
May 20 69.7°F 68.7°F 66.3°F
May 21 69.7°F 67.9°F 66.3°F
May 22 69.7°F 68.6°F 65.9°F
May 23 69.3°F 66.8°F 64.8°F
May 24 69.3°F 67.1°F 64.8°F
May 25 69.2°F 67.5°F 64.9°F
May 26 69.2°F 67.6°F 65.8°F
May 27 69.0°F 67.1°F 65.3°F
May 28 68.9°F 67.6°F 65.0°F
May 29 68.7°F 68.0°F 65.0°F
May 30 68.4°F 68.1°F 64.4°F
May 31 68.0°F 68.2°F 63.8°F

Sea water temperature in Scarborough by month

In Scarborough, the months November through April offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 188 swimming days. The warmest water in Scarborough was recorded on February 19, 2020, reaching a 84.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on July 15, 2022, dipping to 59.5°F. The average readings by season are 79.9°F in Winter, 75.1°F in Spring, 65.7°F in Summer, and 72.1°F in Autumn. May's average temperature is a slight drop from April's average of 75.6°F. In June, the temperature is expected to decrease further, potentially averaging around 66.7°F.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Brighton 77.2°F 7mi
Hamilton 77.2°F 17mi
Brisbane 77.2°F 19mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Scarborough