May weather forecast
Cactus City, CA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Cactus City, California, with an average temperature fluctuating between 82°F (27.8°C) and 61°F (16.1°C).

Temperature

The shift into May brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from 75.9°F (24.4°C) in April to a still moderately hot 82°F (27.8°C). Cactus City reports an average low-temperature of 61°F (16.1°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

In Cactus City, the average relative humidity in May is 35%.

Rainfall

May and June are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of rain.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Cactus City is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:48 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 12.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during May translates into the following guidance:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cactus City in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Cactus City, is 82°F (27.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 61°F (16.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 35%.

What is the driest month?

May and June are months with the least rain in Cactus City when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in May?

In Cactus City, in May, it is raining for 2.3 days, with typically 0.12" (3mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length in Cactus City is 13h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:48 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 12.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Cactus City is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Cactus City, CA

Average temperature in May - Cactus City, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 82°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (60.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 61°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (76.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (46.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Cactus City, CA

Average pressure in May - Cactus City, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.8"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Cactus City, CA

Average wind speed in May - Cactus City, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Cactus City, CA

Average humidity in May - Cactus City, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 35%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (46%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (29%).

Average rainfall in May
Cactus City, CA

Average rainfall in May - Cactus City, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.12"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.79").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.12").

Average rainfall days in May
Cactus City, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Cactus City, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (6.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.5 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cactus City, CA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 12h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cactus City, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Cactus City, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 27.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (27.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (19.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Cactus City, CA

Average UV index in May - Cactus City, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Cactus City, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Cactus City, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 17).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in May
Cactus City, CA

Average visibility in May - Cactus City, 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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