May weather forecastSanta Ynez, CA
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is another pleasant month in Santa Ynez, California, with an average temperature ranging between min 52.3°F (11.3°C) and max 71.2°F (21.8°C).Temperature
Upon the beginning of May, Santa Ynez's high-temperatures register at a still agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. An average nighttime temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) is noted in Santa Ynez during the month of May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 61%.Rainfall
In May, in Santa Ynez, the rain falls for 2.4 days. Throughout May, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Santa Ynez, California, during the entire year, the rain falls for 48.3 days and collects up to 9.84" (250mm) of precipitation.Daylight
In Santa Ynez, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 59min.On the first day of May in Santa Ynez, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:07 pm PDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 11.6h.UV index
In Santa Ynez, 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 suggests this advice:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Santa Ynez, CA
- Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (61°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (46.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Santa Ynez, CA
- Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Santa Ynez, CA
- Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Santa Ynez, CA
- Average humidity in May: 61%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (54%).
Average rainfall in May
Santa Ynez, CA
- Average rainfall in May: 0.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.04").
Average rainfall days in May
Santa Ynez, CA
- Average rainfall days in May: 2.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Santa Ynez, CA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min
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: 11h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Santa Ynez, CA
- Average sunshine days in May: 27.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Santa Ynez, CA
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Santa Ynez, CA
- Average cloud cover in May: 13
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in May
Santa Ynez, 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).





