May weather forecast
Elk Grove, CA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Elk Grove, California, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 77.5°F (25.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals a subtle increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's pleasant 69.8°F (21°C) to a moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C). A noteworthy temperature dip to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) is observed during the nights of May in Elk Grove, California.

Humidity

In Elk Grove, the average relative humidity in May is 59%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout May, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elk Grove, during the entire year, the rain falls for 73.3 days and collects up to 15.63" (397mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Elk Grove, snow does not fall in January through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:23 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Elk Grove in May?

The high-temperature during May is 77.5°F (25.3°C) and the low-temperature is 50.9°F (10.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Elk Grove?

In May, the average relative humidity is 59%.

How many days does it rain in May in Elk Grove?

In Elk Grove, in May, during 5.3 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

January through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:23 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.1h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Elk Grove, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Elk Grove, CA

Average temperature in May - Elk Grove, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (54.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.2°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (40.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Elk Grove, CA

Average pressure in May - Elk Grove, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Elk Grove, CA

Average wind speed in May - Elk Grove, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Elk Grove, CA

Average humidity in May - Elk Grove, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (44%).

Average rainfall in May
Elk Grove, CA

Average rainfall in May - Elk Grove, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in May
Elk Grove, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Elk Grove, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July and August (1.4 days).

Average snowfall days in May
Elk Grove, CA

Average snowfall days in May - Elk Grove, CA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elk Grove, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elk Grove, CA
  • 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elk Grove, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Elk Grove, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 24.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (16.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Elk Grove, CA

Average UV index in May - Elk Grove, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Elk Grove, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Elk Grove, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in May
Elk Grove, CA

Average visibility in May - Elk Grove, 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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