May weather forecast
Huntington Beach, CA

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The beautiful Huntington Beach, California, with a view of the pier and houses

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another refreshing month in Huntington Beach, California, with an average temperature ranging between max 66.7°F (19.3°C) and min 57°F (13.9°C).

Temperature

Huntington Beach experiences an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C) with the onset of May, subtly varied from April's 65.7°F (18.7°C). Huntington Beach usually reports an average low-temperature of 57°F (13.9°C) during the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout May, 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Huntington Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 62.4 days and collects up to 8.94" (227mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In May, the average ocean temperature is 62.2°F (16.8°C).
Note: Most people do not find swimming enjoyable in water of 62.2°F (16.8°C). The task of controlling breathing becomes tougher as the temperature drops from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:57 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Huntington Beach, the average sunshine in May is 11h.

UV index

In Huntington Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In Huntington Beach, in May, the average high-temperature is 66.7°F (19.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 57°F (13.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Huntington Beach, California, in May, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the ocean temperature in May?

In Huntington Beach, in May, the average water temperature is 62.2°F (16.8°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

How many hours of daylight does Huntington Beach have in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:57 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Huntington Beach have in May?

In Huntington Beach, California, the average sunshine duration in May is 11h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Huntington Beach, CA

Average temperature in May - Huntington Beach, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (62.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are August and September (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (53.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Huntington Beach, CA

Average pressure in May - Huntington Beach, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Huntington Beach, CA

Average wind speed in May - Huntington Beach, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Huntington Beach, CA

Average humidity in May - Huntington Beach, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (60%).

Average rainfall in May
Huntington Beach, CA

Average rainfall in May - Huntington Beach, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.08").

Average rainfall days in May
Huntington Beach, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Huntington Beach, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3.1 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Huntington Beach, CA

Average sea temperature in May - Huntington Beach, CA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 62.2°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (67.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (58.5°F).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Huntington Beach, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Huntington Beach, 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: 11h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Huntington Beach, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Huntington Beach, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 23.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (25 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (19.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Huntington Beach, CA

Average UV index in May - Huntington Beach, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May
Huntington Beach, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Huntington Beach, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 22

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in May
Huntington Beach, CA

Average visibility in May - Huntington Beach, 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).

Huntington Beach, California, USA

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