May weather forecast
Redding, CA

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Weather in May

May in Redding, California, signifies the actual commencement of summer. The dry season begins with a significant decrease in rainfall to 1.42", and the temperature begins to significantly increase. The amount of daylight keeps enhancing, marking more extended periods of clear skies and a decreased percentage of cloud cover. The city experiences a distinct transition from the mild weather of April, embracing the start of the hot, dry summer season. However, wind speeds keep their pace, providing mild respite from the emerging summer heat.

Temperature

As May begins in Redding, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 65.5°F in April to a warm 74.7°F. During the nights in May, Redding records a pronounced shift from the daytime warmth, with a consistent average temperature of 49.1°F.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 55%.

Rainfall

In Redding, in May, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.42" of accumulated precipitation. In Redding, California, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.2 days and collects up to 20.16" of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, April through November are months without snowfall in Redding, California.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Redding, California, is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:33 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Redding, the average sunshine in May is 11.1h.

UV index

In Redding, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in May in Redding?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Redding, is 74.7°F, while the average low-temperature is 49.1°F.

What is the average humidity in May in Redding?

The average relative humidity in May in Redding is 55%.

How much does it rain in Redding in May?

In Redding, California, during May, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Redding?

January, April through November are months without snowfall in Redding.

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

In Redding, the average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Redding?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:33 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Redding?

In Redding, California, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Redding?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Redding is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Redding, CA

Average temperature in May - Redding, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (50.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (36.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Redding, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Redding, CA

Average wind speed in May - Redding, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and October (5.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and November (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Redding, CA

Average humidity in May - Redding, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (33%).

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Average rainfall in May
Redding, CA

Average rainfall in May - Redding, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in May
Redding, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Redding, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Redding, CA

Average snowfall in May - Redding, CA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Redding, CA

Average snowfall days in May - Redding, CA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Redding, CA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 1min

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 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Redding, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Redding, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Redding, CA

Average UV index in May - Redding, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Redding, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Redding, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in May
Redding, CA

Average visibility in May - Redding, 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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