May weather forecast
Orleans, CA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Orleans, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 65.1°F (18.4°C) and 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

Orleans's weather shows a minor temperature rise with the arrival of May, moving from a moderate 57.4°F (14.1°C) in April to a still refreshing 65.1°F (18.4°C). Despite a stark disparity with daily highs, Orleans records an average nighttime temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) in May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Orleans, in May, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Orleans, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.2 days and collects up to 39.02" (991mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Orleans, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In Orleans, California, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:40 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Orleans is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 in May translates into these instructions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In Orleans, 65.1°F (18.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 37.8°F (3.2°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Orleans, in May, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through November are months without snowfall in Orleans.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Orleans, the average day length in May is 14h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:40 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Orleans?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Orleans?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Orleans, CA

Average temperature in May - Orleans, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (47.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (30.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Orleans, CA

Average pressure in May - Orleans, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Orleans, CA

Average wind speed in May - Orleans, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Orleans, CA

Average humidity in May - Orleans, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (61%).

Average rainfall in May
Orleans, CA

Average rainfall in May - Orleans, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (7.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.12").

Average rainfall days in May
Orleans, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Orleans, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Orleans, CA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Orleans, CA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 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
Orleans, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Orleans, CA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

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: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Orleans, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Orleans, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Orleans, CA

Average UV index in May - Orleans, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Orleans, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Orleans, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in May
Orleans, CA

Average visibility in May - Orleans, CA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, April and December (4mi).

Orleans, California, USA

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