May weather forecast
Mariposa, CA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Mariposa, California, with temperature in the range of an average low of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and an average high of 68.4°F (20.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Mariposa's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from a mild 60.4°F (15.8°C) in April to an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C). Nighttime in May brings a stark departure from the daily high, resting at an average low-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 54%.

Rainfall

In Mariposa, during May, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. In Mariposa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 73.5 days and collects up to 19.69" (500mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Mariposa, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 12min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:15 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Mariposa, is 68.4°F (20.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 44.8°F (7.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Mariposa, the average relative humidity in May is 54%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Mariposa, in May, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Mariposa, California, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Mariposa, the average day length in May is 14h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:15 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Mariposa, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Mariposa, CA

Average temperature in May - Mariposa, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (32.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Mariposa, CA

Average pressure in May - Mariposa, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Mariposa, CA

Average wind speed in May - Mariposa, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Mariposa, CA

Average humidity in May - Mariposa, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (69%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (32%).

Average rainfall in May
Mariposa, CA

Average rainfall in May - Mariposa, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.12").

Average rainfall days in May
Mariposa, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Mariposa, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Mariposa, CA

Average snowfall in May - Mariposa, CA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Mariposa, CA

Average snowfall days in May - Mariposa, CA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mariposa, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mariposa, CA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Mariposa, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Mariposa, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are August and October (26.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (18.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Mariposa, CA

Average UV index in May - Mariposa, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Mariposa, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Mariposa, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in May
Mariposa, CA

Average visibility in May - Mariposa, 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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