May weather forecast
Solana Beach, CA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another comfortable month in Solana Beach, California, with an average temperature varying between 55.8°F (13.2°C) and 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during May is a still refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. Solana Beach anticipates an average minimum temperature of 55.8°F (13.2°C) in the month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Solana Beach, in May, during 4.8 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Solana Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 55.7 days and collects up to 5.75" (146mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Solana Beach, in May, the average water temperature is 62.6°F (17°C).
Note: Swimming in 62.6°F (17°C) is not pleasurable for most people. Breathing control grows increasingly challenging as the water temperature falls under 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:52 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Solana Beach in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Solana Beach, is 66.7°F (19.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 55.8°F (13.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Solana Beach?

In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in Solana Beach in May?

In Solana Beach, California, during May, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

How cold is the water in May in Solana Beach?

In May, the average ocean temperature in Solana Beach is 62.6°F (17°C). For most, swimming in 62.6°F (17°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

What is the average length of the day in May in Solana Beach?

In Solana Beach, the average day length in May is 13h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Solana Beach?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Solana Beach, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:52 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Solana Beach?

The average sunshine duration in May in Solana Beach, California, is 10.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Solana Beach?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Solana Beach, California, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Solana Beach, CA

Average temperature in May - Solana Beach, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (76.6°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and December (63°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (51.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Solana Beach, CA

Average pressure in May - Solana Beach, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Solana Beach, CA

Average wind speed in May - Solana Beach, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Solana Beach, CA

Average humidity in May - Solana Beach, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (60%).

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Average rainfall in May
Solana Beach, CA

Average rainfall in May - Solana Beach, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in May
Solana Beach, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Solana Beach, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.8 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Solana Beach, CA

Average sea temperature in May - Solana Beach, CA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 62.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (58.7°F).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Solana Beach, CA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

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

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Average sunshine days in May
Solana Beach, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Solana Beach, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21 days).

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Average UV index in May
Solana Beach, CA

Average UV index in May - Solana Beach, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Solana Beach, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Solana Beach, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 22

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in May
Solana Beach, CA

Average visibility in May - Solana Beach, 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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