May weather forecast
Big Bend, CA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Big Bend, is an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 66°F (18.9°C) and an average low of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C) in April to an enjoyable 66°F (18.9°C). Big Bend's nights during May are marked by a pronounced drop from daytime temperatures, experiencing an average low of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 63%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout May, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Big Bend, there are 110.4 rainfall days, and 28.62" (727mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Big Bend. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Big Bend aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Big Bend, there are 33.1 snowfall days, and 53.35" (1355mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Big Bend, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of May, in Big Bend, California, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:33 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Big Bend is 10.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Big Bend is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Big Bend?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Big Bend, is 66°F (18.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Big Bend?

The average relative humidity in May in Big Bend, California, is 63%.

How much does it rain in Big Bend in May?

In May, in Big Bend, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout May, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Big Bend?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Big Bend. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Big Bend aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Big Bend have in May?

In Big Bend, the average day length in May is 14h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Big Bend?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Big Bend, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:33 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Big Bend?

In Big Bend, California, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Big Bend?

In Big Bend, California, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Big Bend, CA

Average temperature in May - Big Bend, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (52.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Big Bend, CA

Average pressure in May - Big Bend, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Big Bend, CA

Average wind speed in May - Big Bend, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Big Bend, CA

Average humidity in May - Big Bend, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).

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Average rainfall in May
Big Bend, CA

Average rainfall in May - Big Bend, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (5.08").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in May
Big Bend, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Big Bend, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Big Bend, CA

Average snowfall in May - Big Bend, CA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (13.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Big Bend, CA

Average snowfall days in May - Big Bend, CA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Big Bend, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Big Bend, CA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Big Bend, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Big Bend, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Big Bend, CA

Average UV index in May - Big Bend, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Big Bend, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Big Bend, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in May
Big Bend, CA

Average visibility in May - Big Bend, CA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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