Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
In Palm Desert, the average high-temperature in May slightly rises, from a warm 73.6°F (23.1°C) in April, to a still moderately hot 79.9°F (26.6°C). Palm Desert notes a substantial temperature decline from the daytime peaks throughout May, with an average nighttime temperature of 57°F (13.9°C).Humidity
In Palm Desert, California, the average relative humidity in May is 37%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Palm Desert is 13h and 55min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 7:50 pm PDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 12h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Palm Desert is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Palm Desert?
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How many hours of sunshine does Palm Desert have in May?
What is the UV index reading in May in Palm Desert?
Average temperature in May
Palm Desert, CA
- Average high temperature in May: 79.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (58.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 57°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (43.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Palm Desert, CA
- Average pressure in May: 29.85"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.8"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Palm Desert, CA
- Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Palm Desert, CA
- Average humidity in May: 37%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (47%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and August (29%).
Average rainfall in May
Palm Desert, CA
- Average rainfall in May: 0.12"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.12").
Average rainfall days in May
Palm Desert, CA
- Average rainfall days in May: 2.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (8.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.8 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Palm Desert, 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: 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 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Palm Desert, CA
- Average sunshine days in May: 27.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (18.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Palm Desert, CA
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Palm Desert, CA
- Average cloud cover in May: 8
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in May
Palm Desert, 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).
Palm Desert, California, USA
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