When to go · Hay River
Hay River in May
Good month. Outside the best window (Jun–Aug for fishing and road trips; late Aug–Mar for northern lights). Across Canada: Victoria Day weekend opens the season; Rockies lakes still frozen at altitude.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Good
- Temperature
- 12°C54°F / 1°C34°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 6
- Crowds
- Medium
- Canada overall
- Prices
- Medium
- Canada overall
Verdict
GoodCanada month rating
Outside the best window (Jun–Aug for fishing and road trips; late Aug–Mar for northern lights). Across Canada: Victoria Day weekend opens the season; Rockies lakes still frozen at altitude.
Weather in May
- Hay RiverHighs around 12 °C, lows around 1 °C, rain on about 6 daysHighs around 54 °F, lows around 34 °F, rain on about 6 days
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Canada overall
- Medium
- Prices · Canada overall
- Medium
Canada overall: Victoria Day weekend opens the season; Rockies lakes still frozen at altitude.
What to pack
- A warm coat, hat and gloves for mornings and evenings