May weather forecast
Palos Verdes Estates, CA

Share

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another refreshing month in Palos Verdes Estates, California, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 67.5°F (19.7°C).

Temperature

Palos Verdes Estates commences May with an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 67.5°F (19.7°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Palos Verdes Estates's average low-temperature for the month of May records at a still refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Palos Verdes Estates, during May, the rain falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation. In Palos Verdes Estates, during the entire year, the rain falls for 57.4 days and collects up to 7.68" (195mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Palos Verdes Estates, in May, the average water temperature is 62.1°F (16.7°C).
Note: Swimming in 62.1°F (16.7°C) is not a pleasurable activity for the majority of people. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as water temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:58 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Palos Verdes Estates is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

Palos Verdes Estates in May has an average high-temperature of 67.5°F (19.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Palos Verdes Estates, California, the average relative humidity in May is 71%.

How much does it rain in Palos Verdes Estates in May?

In Palos Verdes Estates, during May, the rain falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

What is the ocean temperature in May?

In Palos Verdes Estates, the average seawater temperature in May is 62.1°F (16.7°C). Swimming in 62.1°F (16.7°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

How many hours of daylight does Palos Verdes Estates have in May?

In Palos Verdes Estates, the average day length in May is 13h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 7:58 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Palos Verdes Estates have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Palos Verdes Estates, CA

Average temperature in May - Palos Verdes Estates, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (62.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (52.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Palos Verdes Estates, CA

Average pressure in May - Palos Verdes Estates, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Palos Verdes Estates, CA

Average wind speed in May - Palos Verdes Estates, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Palos Verdes Estates, CA

Average humidity in May - Palos Verdes Estates, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (58%).

Average rainfall in May
Palos Verdes Estates, CA

Average rainfall in May - Palos Verdes Estates, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.12").

Average rainfall days in May
Palos Verdes Estates, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Palos Verdes Estates, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (6.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.3 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Palos Verdes Estates, CA

Average sea temperature in May - Palos Verdes Estates, CA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 62.1°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (67.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (58.3°F).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Palos Verdes Estates, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Palos Verdes Estates, 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: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Palos Verdes Estates, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Palos Verdes Estates, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Palos Verdes Estates, CA

Average UV index in May - Palos Verdes Estates, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May
Palos Verdes Estates, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Palos Verdes Estates, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in May
Palos Verdes Estates, CA

Average visibility in May - Palos Verdes Estates, 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).

Palos Verdes Estates, California, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location