May weather forecast
Palo Alto, CA

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Palm trees and the iconic Hoover Tower within Stanford University in Palo Alto, California
Palm trees and the iconic Hoover Tower within Stanford University in Palo Alto, California

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Palo Alto, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between min 49.6°F (9.8°C) and max 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Temperature

Entering May, the average high-temperature is recorded at a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C), exhibiting a minimal shift from April's 64.9°F (18.3°C). During May, Palo Alto observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

In Palo Alto, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

In Palo Alto, during May, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Palo Alto, California, there are 63.3 rainfall days, and 9.53" (242mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 12min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:23 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Palo Alto, the average sunshine in May is 10.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Palo Alto are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Palo Alto in May?

In May, in Palo Alto, the average high-temperature is 68.2°F (20.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Palo Alto?

The average relative humidity in May in Palo Alto is 69%.

How many days does it rain in May in Palo Alto?

In May, the rain falls for 4.4 days. Throughout May, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May in Palo Alto?

In Palo Alto, California, the average day length in May is 14h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Palo Alto?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Palo Alto, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:23 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Palo Alto?

In Palo Alto, California, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.9h.

When is the highest UV index in Palo Alto?

The months with the highest UV index in Palo Alto are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Palo Alto?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Palo Alto is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Palo Alto, CA

Average temperature in May - Palo Alto, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.2°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (56.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (45.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Palo Alto, CA

Average pressure in May - Palo Alto, 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 June and September (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Palo Alto, CA

Average wind speed in May - Palo Alto, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (6.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Palo Alto, CA

Average humidity in May - Palo Alto, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (74%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (65%).

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Average rainfall in May
Palo Alto, CA

Average rainfall in May - Palo Alto, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0").

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Average rainfall days in May
Palo Alto, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Palo Alto, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.6 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Palo Alto, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Palo Alto, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Palo Alto, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Palo Alto, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 25.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (18 days).

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Average UV index in May
Palo Alto, CA

Average UV index in May - Palo Alto, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Palo Alto, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Palo Alto, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 23

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in May
Palo Alto, CA

Average visibility in May - Palo Alto, 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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