May weather forecast
Fort Bragg, CA

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Colorful and shiny stone and glass pebbles blanket at the beach in Fort Bragg, California
Colorful and shiny stone and glass pebbles blanket at the beach in Fort Bragg, California

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Fort Bragg, is another refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59.7°F (15.4°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

The high-temperature average in May for Fort Bragg is a still mild 59.7°F (15.4°C), staying closely aligned with April's conditions. An average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) is noted during the nights in May.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are March, May and August, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Fort Bragg, during May, the rain falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. In Fort Bragg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 68.4 days and collects up to 9.53" (242mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Fort Bragg, the average seawater temperature in May is 53.1°F (11.7°C).
Note: Diving into 53.1°F (11.7°C) is practical below 50°F (10°C), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 55.4°F (13°C) feels ice-cold.

Daylight

In Fort Bragg, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:36 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Fort Bragg, the average sunshine in May is 10.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during May morphs into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature during May is 59.7°F (15.4°C) and the low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

March, May and August, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout May, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Fort Bragg, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

What is the ocean temperature in May?

In Fort Bragg, the average seawater temperature in May is 53.1°F (11.7°C). Swimming in 53.1°F (11.7°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:36 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Bragg have in May?

In Fort Bragg, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.5h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Fort Bragg, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. 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
Fort Bragg, CA

Average temperature in May - Fort Bragg, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 59.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (67.5°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and December (54.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (45.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Fort Bragg, CA

Average pressure in May - Fort Bragg, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Fort Bragg, CA

Average wind speed in May - Fort Bragg, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Fort Bragg, CA

Average humidity in May - Fort Bragg, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March, May and August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Fort Bragg, CA

Average rainfall in May - Fort Bragg, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.77").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0.08").

Average rainfall days in May
Fort Bragg, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Fort Bragg, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and August (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fort Bragg, CA

Average snowfall in May - Fort Bragg, CA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Fort Bragg, CA

Average snowfall days in May - Fort Bragg, CA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

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

Average sea temperature in May
Fort Bragg, CA

Average sea temperature in May - Fort Bragg, CA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 52.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is October (55.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (52.1°F).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fort Bragg, CA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fort Bragg, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Fort Bragg, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 25.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (18.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Fort Bragg, CA

Average UV index in May - Fort Bragg, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Fort Bragg, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Fort Bragg, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
Fort Bragg, CA

Average visibility in May - Fort Bragg, 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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