May weather forecast
Crescent City, CA

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The magnificent red and white stone Battery Point Lighthouse in Crescent City, California
The magnificent red and white stone Battery Point Lighthouse in Crescent City, California

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderate month in Crescent City, California, with an average temperature varying between 47.7°F (8.7°C) and 59°F (15°C).

Temperature

May records an average high-temperature of a moderate 59°F (15°C), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C) marks the nights in Crescent City throughout May.

Humidity

In Crescent City, California, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, in Crescent City, California, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout May, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Crescent City, there are 131.4 rainfall days, and 45.67" (1160mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Crescent City, California, snow does not fall in January, March through August, October through December.

Ocean temperature

In Crescent City, California, in May, the average water temperature is 52.2°F (11.2°C).
Note: It is risky to swim in 52.2°F (11.2°C). Temperatures beneath 50°F (10°C) induce rapid cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In Crescent City, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:44 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Crescent City, California, is 10.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Crescent City is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during May morphs into the following directions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Crescent City?

In May, in Crescent City, the average high-temperature is 59°F (15°C), and the average low-temperature is 47.7°F (8.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Crescent City?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in Crescent City in May?

In Crescent City, during May, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Crescent City?

In Crescent City, California, snow does not fall in January, March through August, October through December.

What is the ocean temperature in May in Crescent City?

In Crescent City, California, the average seawater temperature in May is 52.2°F (11.2°C). Swimming in 52.2°F (11.2°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in May in Crescent City?

The average day length in May is 14h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Crescent City?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Crescent City, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:44 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Crescent City?

In Crescent City, California, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Crescent City?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Crescent City is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Crescent City, CA

Average temperature in May - Crescent City, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (51.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (54.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (43.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Crescent City, CA

Average pressure in May - Crescent City, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Crescent City, CA

Average wind speed in May - Crescent City, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Crescent City, CA

Average humidity in May - Crescent City, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Crescent City, CA

Average rainfall in May - Crescent City, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (8.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in May
Crescent City, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Crescent City, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Crescent City, CA

Average snowfall in May - Crescent City, CA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Crescent City, CA

Average snowfall days in May - Crescent City, CA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Crescent City, CA

Average sea temperature in May - Crescent City, CA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 52.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is October (52.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (50.7°F).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Crescent City, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Crescent City, CA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Crescent City, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Crescent City, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Crescent City, CA

Average UV index in May - Crescent City, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Crescent City, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Crescent City, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in May
Crescent City, CA

Average visibility in May - Crescent City, 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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