May weather forecast
Sonoma, CA

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Neat rows of vines in a vineyard farm in Sonoma, California

Weather in May

May signals the onset of a period marked by sunnier, drier conditions in Sonoma. The weather in May greets locals and visitors with consistent warmth, minimal cloud coverage, and a significant decline in rainfall. The month witnesses a transition from balmy spring to the beginnings of a sweltering summer. Extended daylight hours and longer sunshine durations underline May as an entry point to the summertime outdoor activity season. With peak relative humidity of 67%, the weather retains an undeniably fresh aura, perfect for outdoor exploration.

Temperature

Sonoma's May reports an average high-temperature of an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C), exhibiting a minor difference from April. In May, Sonoma experiences a significant drop from daily zeniths to an average nighttime temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Sonoma is 67%.

Rainfall

In Sonoma, in May, during 5.1 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sonoma, there are 73.3 rainfall days, and 15.47" (393mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, in Sonoma, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:27 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Sonoma is 10.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Sonoma is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Sonoma?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sonoma during May are 71.2°F (21.8°C) and 48.4°F (9.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Sonoma?

In May, the average relative humidity in Sonoma, California, is 67%.

How many days does it rain in May in Sonoma?

In Sonoma, during May, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

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

The average day length in May in Sonoma is 14h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Sonoma?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sonoma, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:27 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Sonoma?

In Sonoma, California, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.6h.

How high is the UV index in May in Sonoma?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Sonoma, 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
Sonoma, CA

Average temperature in May - Sonoma, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (41.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Sonoma, CA

Average pressure in May - Sonoma, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Sonoma, CA

Average wind speed in May - Sonoma, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Sonoma, CA

Average humidity in May - Sonoma, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (59%).

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Average rainfall in May
Sonoma, CA

Average rainfall in May - Sonoma, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in May
Sonoma, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Sonoma, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sonoma, CA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Sonoma, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Sonoma, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 24.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (16.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Sonoma, CA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Sonoma, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Sonoma, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in May
Sonoma, CA

Average visibility in May - Sonoma, 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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