May weather forecast
Opal Cliffs, CA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another comfortable month in Opal Cliffs, California, with an average temperature varying between 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature is a still refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C) in May, hardly different from the 63.1°F (17.3°C) recorded in April. In Opal Cliffs, May's nights observe an average temperature dip to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Opal Cliffs, in May, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Opal Cliffs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 77.9 days and collects up to 14.45" (367mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In May, the average ocean temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).
Note: Without suitable protection, venturing into 54.1°F (12.3°C) waters cooler than 50°F (10°C) can lead to pronounced cold shock and rapid breaths.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:21 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Opal Cliffs, the average sunshine in May is 10.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Opal Cliffs, is 64.9°F (18.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Opal Cliffs, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Opal Cliffs, during May, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How cold is the water in May in Opal Cliffs?

In May, the average ocean temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Opal Cliffs have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:21 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average temperature in May - Opal Cliffs, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (73°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (45.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average pressure in May - Opal Cliffs, 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 September (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average wind speed in May - Opal Cliffs, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average humidity in May - Opal Cliffs, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average rainfall in May - Opal Cliffs, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.8").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in May
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Opal Cliffs, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.2 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average sea temperature in May - Opal Cliffs, CA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 54.2°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (53.8°F).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Opal Cliffs, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Opal Cliffs, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (16.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average UV index in May - Opal Cliffs, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 4

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

Average cloud cover in May
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Opal Cliffs, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in May
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average visibility in May - Opal Cliffs, 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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