May weather forecast
California, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in California, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 71.6°F (22°C) and min 59°F (15°C).

Temperature

As California transitions into May, the average high-temperature shows a change, moving from a refreshing 62.6°F (17°C) in April to a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C). During May, the temperature in California, Maryland, is averaged to a low of 59°F (15°C) at night.

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In California, in May, it is raining for 16.9 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.6 rainfall days, and 34.49" (876mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in California.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in California is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of May, in California, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in California are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in California?

In May, in California, the average high-temperature is 71.6°F (22°C), and the average low-temperature is 59°F (15°C).

What is the most humid month in California?

May is the most humid month in California, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May in California?

In California, Maryland, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in California in May?

In May, in California, the rain falls for 16.9 days. Throughout May, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in California?

In California, Maryland, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in California in May?

In May, in California, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in California?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in California, Maryland, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in California?

The average sunshine duration in May in California, Maryland, is 9.2h.

When is the highest UV index in California?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in California, Maryland.

What is the UV index reading in May in California?

In California, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
California, MD

Average temperature in May - California, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
California, MD

Average pressure in May - California, MD
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
California, MD

Average wind speed in May - California, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
California, MD

Average humidity in May - California, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
California, MD

Average rainfall in May - California, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in May
California, MD

Average rainfall days in May - California, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
California, MD

Average snowfall in May - California, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
California, MD

Average snowfall days in May - California, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
California, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - California, MD
  • 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: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
California, MD

Average sunshine days in May - California, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
California, MD

Average UV index in May - California, MD
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
California, MD

Average cloud cover in May - California, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
California, MD

Average visibility in May - California, MD
  • 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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