May weather forecast
Burlingame, CA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another comfortable month in Burlingame, California, with an average temperature varying between 63.1°F (17.3°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C), hardly different from the previous month. In Burlingame, the average temperature during the nights of May drops to a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Burlingame, California, during May, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Burlingame, there are 81.5 rainfall days, and 12.8" (325mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

April through June, with an average ocean temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Burlingame.
Note: Engaging in a swim in 53.1°F (11.7°C) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 50°F (10°C) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Burlingame is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:24 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Burlingame, the average sunshine in May is 10.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Burlingame in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Burlingame, is 63.1°F (17.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Burlingame?

The average relative humidity in May in Burlingame, California, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in Burlingame?

In Burlingame, California, during May, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

When is the ocean coldest in Burlingame?

April through June, with an average ocean temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Burlingame.

How cold is the water in May in Burlingame?

In Burlingame, the average seawater temperature in May is 53.1°F (11.7°C). Swimming in 53.1°F (11.7°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Burlingame have in May?

The average day length in May in Burlingame, California, is 14h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Burlingame?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:24 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Burlingame?

The average sunshine duration in May in Burlingame is 10.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Burlingame?

In Burlingame, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Burlingame, CA

Average temperature in May - Burlingame, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (70.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Burlingame, CA

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

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

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Average wind speed in May
Burlingame, CA

Average wind speed in May - Burlingame, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Burlingame, CA

Average humidity in May - Burlingame, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Burlingame, CA

Average rainfall in May - Burlingame, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in May
Burlingame, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Burlingame, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and July (2.4 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Burlingame, CA

Average sea temperature in May - Burlingame, CA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 53.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (57.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are April and June (53°F).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Burlingame, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Burlingame, CA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Burlingame, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Burlingame, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (16.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Burlingame, CA

Average UV index in May - Burlingame, 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 February and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Burlingame, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Burlingame, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in May
Burlingame, CA

Average visibility in May - Burlingame, 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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