May weather forecast
Canyondam, CA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Canyondam, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 37.4°F (3°C) and 62.1°F (16.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a comfortable 62.1°F (16.7°C). During May, the nighttime temperature presents a clear descent from the daily peaks, falling to an average of 37.4°F (3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 63%.

Rainfall

In Canyondam, during May, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Canyondam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94 days and collects up to 31.42" (798mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Canyondam, during May, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.4 snowfall days, and 126.02" (3201mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Canyondam, California, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:27 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.8h.

UV index

In Canyondam, California, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in May leads to these recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, in Canyondam, the average high-temperature is 62.1°F (16.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.4°F (3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Canyondam, the average relative humidity in May is 63%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Canyondam, during May, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Canyondam in May?

In May, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout May, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Canyondam have in May?

In Canyondam, the average day length in May is 14h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:27 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Canyondam is 10.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Canyondam, CA

Average temperature in May - Canyondam, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.1°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 (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Canyondam, CA

Average pressure in May - Canyondam, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Canyondam, CA

Average wind speed in May - Canyondam, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Canyondam, CA

Average humidity in May - Canyondam, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (41%).

Average rainfall in May
Canyondam, CA

Average rainfall in May - Canyondam, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (5.51").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Canyondam, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Canyondam, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and April (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Canyondam, CA

Average snowfall in May - Canyondam, CA
  • Average snowfall in May: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (27.64").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Canyondam, CA

Average snowfall days in May - Canyondam, CA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Canyondam, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Canyondam, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (26.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Canyondam, CA

Average UV index in May - Canyondam, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Canyondam, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Canyondam, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in May
Canyondam, CA

Average visibility in May - Canyondam, CA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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