May weather forecast
Joshua Tree, CA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Joshua Tree, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 59.4°F (15.2°C) and an average high of 79.5°F (26.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May witnesses a small shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) in April to a warm 79.5°F (26.4°C). In May, Joshua Tree's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 59.4°F (15.2°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 29%.

Rainfall

In Joshua Tree, during May, the rain falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation. In Joshua Tree, during the entire year, the rain falls for 41.7 days and collects up to 4.72" (120mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Joshua Tree, snow does not fall in March through November.

Daylight

In Joshua Tree, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 57min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:51 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Joshua Tree, the average sunshine in May is 12h.

UV index

In Joshua Tree, California, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Joshua Tree?

May temperatures in Joshua Tree vary between a high-temperature of 79.5°F (26.4°C) and a low-temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Joshua Tree?

In May, the average relative humidity is 29%.

How many days does it rain in May in Joshua Tree?

In May, in Joshua Tree, California, the rain falls for 1.8 days. Throughout May, 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Joshua Tree?

In Joshua Tree, California, snow does not fall in March through November.

How many hours of daylight does Joshua Tree have in May?

In Joshua Tree, California, the average day length in May is 13h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Joshua Tree?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Joshua Tree, California, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:51 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Joshua Tree have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Joshua Tree, California, is 12h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Joshua Tree?

In Joshua Tree, California, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Joshua Tree, CA

Average temperature in May - Joshua Tree, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 79.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (41.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Joshua Tree, CA

Average pressure in May - Joshua Tree, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.84"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.79"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Joshua Tree, CA

Average wind speed in May - Joshua Tree, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Joshua Tree, CA

Average humidity in May - Joshua Tree, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 29%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (45%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (23%).

Average rainfall in May
Joshua Tree, CA

Average rainfall in May - Joshua Tree, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.08").

Average rainfall days in May
Joshua Tree, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Joshua Tree, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (7.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Joshua Tree, CA

Average snowfall in May - Joshua Tree, CA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Joshua Tree, CA

Average snowfall days in May - Joshua Tree, CA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Joshua Tree, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Joshua Tree, CA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Joshua Tree, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Joshua Tree, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 28.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (19.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Joshua Tree, CA

Average UV index in May - Joshua Tree, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Joshua Tree, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Joshua Tree, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 8

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 18).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in May
Joshua Tree, CA

Average visibility in May - Joshua Tree, 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).

Joshua Tree, California, USA

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