May weather forecast
Walnut Creek, CA

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Vast fields and forest slopes of the iconic Mount Diablo State Park within the Walnut Creek in California
Vast fields and forest slopes of the iconic Mount Diablo State Park within the Walnut Creek in California

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another pleasant month in Walnut Creek, California, with an average temperature varying between 50.2°F (10.1°C) and 72.3°F (22.4°C).

Temperature

May brings an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C), showing a slight difference from April's 68°F (20°C). Walnut Creek witnesses a consistent, sharp contrast from the daytime highs, with an average low-temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C) throughout May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 64%.

Rainfall

In Walnut Creek, in May, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 68.7 rainfall days, and 11.26" (286mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Walnut Creek, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:24 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Walnut Creek, the average sunshine in May is 10.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Walnut Creek is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Walnut Creek?

The high-temperature, in May, in Walnut Creek, is 72.3°F (22.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 50.2°F (10.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Walnut Creek?

In Walnut Creek, the average relative humidity in May is 64%.

How many days does it rain in May in Walnut Creek?

In Walnut Creek, during May, the rain falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Walnut Creek have in May?

The average day length in May in Walnut Creek, California, is 14h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Walnut Creek?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Walnut Creek, California, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:24 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Walnut Creek have in May?

In Walnut Creek, California, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Walnut Creek?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Walnut Creek is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Walnut Creek, CA

Average temperature in May - Walnut Creek, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (57.2°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (42.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Walnut Creek, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Walnut Creek, CA

Average wind speed in May - Walnut Creek, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Walnut Creek, CA

Average humidity in May - Walnut Creek, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (74%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (58%).

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Average rainfall in May
Walnut Creek, CA

Average rainfall in May - Walnut Creek, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.4").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in May
Walnut Creek, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Walnut Creek, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.6 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
Walnut Creek, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Walnut Creek, CA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

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 5min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Walnut Creek, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Walnut Creek, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 26.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (17.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Walnut Creek, CA

Average UV index in May - Walnut Creek, 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
Walnut Creek, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Walnut Creek, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in May
Walnut Creek, CA

Average visibility in May - Walnut Creek, 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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