May weather forecast
Bodega Bay, CA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another refreshing month in Bodega Bay, California, with an average temperature varying between 63.7°F (17.6°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

May's onset records an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C), a near match to April's 61.2°F (16.2°C). During the month of May, Bodega Bay anticipates a mean low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

In Bodega Bay, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Bodega Bay, during May, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 83.1 rainfall days, and 20" (508mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In May, the average ocean temperature is 52.5°F (11.4°C).
Note: Swimming in 52.5°F (11.4°C) is deemed hazardous. Exposure to temperatures below 50°F (10°C) leads to immediate severe cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of May in Bodega Bay, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:29 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Bodega Bay, the average sunshine in May is 10.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Bodega Bay in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Bodega Bay, California, during May are 63.7°F (17.6°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Bodega Bay?

In May, the average relative humidity in Bodega Bay, California, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Bodega Bay in May?

In May, in Bodega Bay, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout May, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the water temperature in May in Bodega Bay?

In May, the average ocean temperature in Bodega Bay, California, is 52.5°F (11.4°C). Swimming in 52.5°F (11.4°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Bodega Bay have in May?

In Bodega Bay, California, the average day length in May is 14h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Bodega Bay?

On the first day of May in Bodega Bay, California, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:29 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Bodega Bay?

In Bodega Bay, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Bodega Bay?

In Bodega Bay, California, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Bodega Bay, CA

Average temperature in May - Bodega Bay, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (45.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Bodega Bay, CA

Average pressure in May - Bodega Bay, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Bodega Bay, CA

Average wind speed in May - Bodega Bay, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Bodega Bay, CA

Average humidity in May - Bodega Bay, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Bodega Bay, CA

Average rainfall in May - Bodega Bay, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in May
Bodega Bay, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Bodega Bay, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.1 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Bodega Bay, CA

Average sea temperature in May - Bodega Bay, CA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 52.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is October (56.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is June (51.6°F).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bodega Bay, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bodega Bay, CA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Bodega Bay, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Bodega Bay, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Bodega Bay, CA

Average UV index in May - Bodega Bay, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Bodega Bay, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Bodega Bay, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in May
Bodega Bay, CA

Average visibility in May - Bodega Bay, CA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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