May weather forecast
Poway, CA

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The beautiful hilly and mountainous landscape around the scenic Lake Hodges in Poway, California
The beautiful hilly and mountainous landscape around the scenic Lake Hodges in Poway, California

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Poway, is also an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 52.5°F (11.4°C) and max 71.6°F (22°C).

Temperature

Poway sees the arrival of May with an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 71.6°F (22°C), indicating a subtle variation from April. May nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In Poway, in May, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Poway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 54.7 days and collects up to 8.15" (207mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Poway, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:51 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Poway, is 71.6°F (22°C), while the average low-temperature is 52.5°F (11.4°C).

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 68%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Poway, in May, during 4 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Poway have in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:51 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Poway, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Poway, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Poway, CA

Average temperature in May - Poway, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (63.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.5°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 (47.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Poway, CA

Average pressure in May - Poway, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Poway, CA

Average wind speed in May - Poway, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Poway, CA

Average humidity in May - Poway, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (68%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (54%).

Average rainfall in May
Poway, CA

Average rainfall in May - Poway, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.08").

Average rainfall days in May
Poway, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Poway, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.6 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Poway, CA
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Poway, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Poway, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (27 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Poway, CA

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Poway, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Poway, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in May
Poway, CA

Average visibility in May - Poway, 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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