May weather forecast
Cathedral City, CA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Cathedral City, California, with temperature in the range of an average low of 56.8°F (13.8°C) and an average high of 79.2°F (26.2°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) to a moderately hot 79.2°F (26.2°C). Cathedral City sees a major change from daytime highs, with the nighttime temperature dipping to a refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C) on average during May.

Humidity

In Cathedral City, the average relative humidity in May is 37%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are May and June Rain falls for 2.3 days and accumulates 0.12" (3mm) of rain.

Daylight

In Cathedral City, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:51 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 12h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature during May is 79.2°F (26.2°C) and the low-temperature is 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Cathedral City, the average relative humidity in May is 37%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are May and June Rain falls for 2.3 days and accumulates 0.12" (3mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Cathedral 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 Cathedral City, the average day length in May is 13h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:51 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cathedral City have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 12h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Cathedral City, CA

Average temperature in May - Cathedral City, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 79.2°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (58.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (42.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Cathedral City, CA

Average pressure in May - Cathedral 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 (29.81"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Cathedral City, CA

Average wind speed in May - Cathedral City, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Cathedral City, CA

Average humidity in May - Cathedral City, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 37%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (47%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and August (29%).

Average rainfall in May
Cathedral City, CA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.12").

Average rainfall days in May
Cathedral City, CA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (8.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.5 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cathedral 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 0min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cathedral City, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Cathedral City, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 27.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (19.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Cathedral City, CA

Average UV index in May - Cathedral City, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Cathedral City, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Cathedral City, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 8

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in May
Cathedral City, CA

Average visibility in May - Cathedral 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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