May weather forecast
Modesto, CA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Modesto, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 52.7°F and an average high of 80.1°F.

Temperature

The beginning of May signals a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 72.1°F in April to a moderately hot 80.1°F. Modesto documents a substantial shift from daytime warmth, recording an average nighttime temperature of 52.7°F in May.

Humidity

In Modesto, the average relative humidity in May is 51%.

Rainfall

In Modesto, in May, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.39" of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Modesto, there are 54.3 rainfall days, and 6.54" of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Modesto, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of May in Modesto, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:19 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Modesto, the average sunshine in May is 11.3h.

UV index

In Modesto, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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FAQ

What are the temperatures in Modesto in May?

In May, in Modesto, the average high-temperature is 80.1°F, and the average low-temperature is 52.7°F.

What is the average humidity in May in Modesto?

In Modesto, the average relative humidity in May is 51%.

How much does it rain in Modesto in May?

In May, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout May, 0.39" of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May in Modesto?

In Modesto, California, the average day length in May is 14h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Modesto?

On the first day of May in Modesto, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:19 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Modesto have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Modesto is 11.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Modesto?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Modesto, CA

Average temperature in May - Modesto, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (97.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (41.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Modesto, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Modesto, CA

Average wind speed in May - Modesto, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Modesto, CA

Average humidity in May - Modesto, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (37%).

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Average rainfall in May
Modesto, CA

Average rainfall in May - Modesto, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.3").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in May
Modesto, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Modesto, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.9 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Modesto, 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: 11h and 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in May
Modesto, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Modesto, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 26.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (19.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Modesto, CA

Average UV index in May - Modesto, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
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
Modesto, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Modesto, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).

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Average visibility in May
Modesto, CA

Average visibility in May - Modesto, 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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