May weather forecast
Santa Monica, CA

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The neon-lit fun park in Santa Monica, California, with a view of the iconic Ferris wheel and pier
The neon-lit fun park in Santa Monica, California, with a view of the iconic Ferris wheel and pier

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another pleasant month in Santa Monica, California, with an average temperature ranging between max 70.9°F and min 56.3°F.

Temperature

Santa Monica measures an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 70.9°F in May, nearly consistent with the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 56.3°F is expected during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 65%.

Rainfall

In Santa Monica, in May, during 4.4 rainfall days, 0.24" of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Santa Monica, California, during the entire year, the rain falls for 48.8 days and collects up to 7.52" of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

January through May and December, with an average ocean temperature of 59°F, are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: Most people find it challenging to enjoy swimming in water that is 59°F. As water temperature falls below 69.8°F, controlling breathing grows increasingly difficult.

Daylight

In Santa Monica, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:59 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Santa Monica, the average sunshine in May is 10.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in May in Santa Monica?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Santa Monica during May are 70.9°F and 56.3°F respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Santa Monica?

In May, the average relative humidity in Santa Monica, California, is 65%.

How many days does it rain in May in Santa Monica?

In Santa Monica, in May, during 4.4 rainfall days, 0.24" of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When is the ocean coldest in Santa Monica?

January through May and December, with an average ocean temperature of 59°F, are months with the coldest seawater in Santa Monica, California.

What is the ocean temperature in May in Santa Monica?

In Santa Monica, California, in May, the average water temperature is 59°F. Swimming in 59°F is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F.

How many hours of daylight does Santa Monica have in May?

In May, the average day length in Santa Monica, California, is 13h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Santa Monica?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Santa Monica, California, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:59 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Santa Monica?

In Santa Monica, California, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Santa Monica?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Santa Monica, California, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Santa Monica, CA

Average temperature in May - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (63.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (50.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Santa Monica, CA

Average pressure in May - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Santa Monica, CA

Average wind speed in May - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Santa Monica, CA

Average humidity in May - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (52%).

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Average rainfall in May
Santa Monica, CA

Average rainfall in May - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in May
Santa Monica, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (6.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.8 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Santa Monica, CA

Average sea temperature in May - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 59°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August, September and October (66°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April, May and December (59°F).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Santa Monica, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Santa Monica, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 25.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Santa Monica, CA

Average UV index in May - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in May
Santa Monica, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 21

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in May
Santa Monica, CA

Average visibility in May - Santa Monica, 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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