May weather forecast
Desert Hot Springs, CA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Desert Hot Springs, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.7°F (13.7°C) and 78.8°F (26°C).

Temperature

The start of May signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C) in April to a moderately hot 78.8°F (26°C). Desert Hot Springs, amidst the high May temperatures, experiences a substantial shift to an average nighttime low of 56.7°F (13.7°C).

Humidity

In Desert Hot Springs, the average relative humidity in May is 34%.

Rainfall

In Desert Hot Springs, in May, it is raining for 1.8 days, with typically 0.08" (2mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 36.2 rainfall days, and 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Desert Hot Springs, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:51 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Desert Hot Springs is 12h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The high-temperature, in May, in Desert Hot Springs, is 78.8°F (26°C), while the low-temperature averages to 56.7°F (13.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 34%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Desert Hot Springs, during May, the rain falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Desert Hot Springs, the average day length in May is 13h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:51 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Desert Hot Springs have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 12h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Desert Hot Springs, CA

Average temperature in May - Desert Hot Springs, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (42.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Desert Hot Springs, CA

Average pressure in May - Desert Hot Springs, 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
Desert Hot Springs, CA

Average wind speed in May - Desert Hot Springs, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Desert Hot Springs, CA

Average humidity in May - Desert Hot Springs, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 34%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (46%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (25%).

Average rainfall in May
Desert Hot Springs, CA

Average rainfall in May - Desert Hot Springs, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.08"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.55").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.04").

Average rainfall days in May
Desert Hot Springs, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Desert Hot Springs, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (5.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (0.7 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Desert Hot Springs, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Desert Hot Springs, 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: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 12h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Desert Hot Springs, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Desert Hot Springs, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 28.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (21.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Desert Hot Springs, CA

Average UV index in May - Desert Hot Springs, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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
Desert Hot Springs, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Desert Hot Springs, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 8

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in May
Desert Hot Springs, CA

Average visibility in May - Desert Hot Springs, 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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