May weather forecast
Pacific Grove, CA

Share

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another refreshing month in Pacific Grove, California, with temperature in the range of an average high of 63.9°F (17.7°C) and an average low of 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Pacific Grove's average high-temperature is noted with the start of May, touching a still refreshing 63.9°F (17.7°C) from April's 61.3°F (16.3°C). Throughout May, the nighttime temperature in Pacific Grove averages to a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Humidity

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Pacific Grove.

Rainfall

In Pacific Grove, California, in May, during 4.8 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pacific Grove, during the entire year, the rain falls for 73.6 days and collects up to 11.77" (299mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Pacific Grove, in May, the average water temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).
Note: Unprotected swimming in 54.1°F (12.3°C) is dangerous due to potential cold shock. Especially when temperatures go below 50°F (10°C), leading to hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of May, in Pacific Grove, California, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:20 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Pacific Grove is 10.9h.

UV index

In Pacific Grove, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following instructions:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Pacific Grove in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Pacific Grove, records 63.9°F (17.7°C), while the low-temperature is 49.5°F (9.7°C).

What are the most humid months in Pacific Grove?

The months with the highest humidity in Pacific Grove, California, are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in May in Pacific Grove?

In May, the average relative humidity in Pacific Grove, California, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Pacific Grove in May?

In Pacific Grove, California, in May, during 4.8 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the water temperature in May in Pacific Grove?

In May, the average ocean temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C). Swimming in 54.1°F (12.3°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 Pacific Grove have in May?

The average day length in May in Pacific Grove, California, is 14h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Pacific Grove?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:20 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Pacific Grove?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Pacific Grove?

In Pacific Grove, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Pacific Grove, CA

Average temperature in May - Pacific Grove, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.9°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 (57.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.5°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are August and September (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (46°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in May
Pacific Grove, CA

Average pressure in May - Pacific Grove, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"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).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in May
Pacific Grove, CA

Average wind speed in May - Pacific Grove, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in May
Pacific Grove, CA

Average humidity in May - Pacific Grove, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (68%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in May
Pacific Grove, CA

Average rainfall in May - Pacific Grove, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.4").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.08").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in May
Pacific Grove, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Pacific Grove, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.1 days).

[Resources]

Average sea temperature in May
Pacific Grove, CA

Average sea temperature in May - Pacific Grove, CA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 54.2°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (53.8°F).

[Resources]

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Pacific Grove, CA

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

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

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

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in May
Pacific Grove, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Pacific Grove, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 23.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (16.8 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in May
Pacific Grove, CA

Average UV index in May - Pacific Grove, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 4

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

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in May
Pacific Grove, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Pacific Grove, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 9).

[Resources]

Average visibility in May
Pacific Grove, CA

Average visibility in May - Pacific Grove, 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).

[Resources]

Pacific Grove, California, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location