May weather forecast
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Rancho Palos Verdes, is also an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 65.5°F (18.6°C) and an average low of 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May records an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C), closely related to the 64°F (17.8°C) observed in April. During the nights in May, the temperature in Rancho Palos Verdes averages to a still refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout May, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rancho Palos Verdes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 62.1 days and collects up to 8.62" (219mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Rancho Palos Verdes, the average seawater temperature in May is 62.1°F (16.7°C).
Note: For the majority, swimming in 62.1°F (16.7°C) does not offer a pleasant experience. Below 69.8°F (21°C), the difficulty in controlling breathing escalates.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.9h.

UV index

In Rancho Palos Verdes, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Rancho Palos Verdes?

In Rancho Palos Verdes, 65.5°F (18.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 56.5°F (13.6°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Rancho Palos Verdes?

In Rancho Palos Verdes, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May in Rancho Palos Verdes?

In Rancho Palos Verdes, 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 Rancho Palos Verdes?

In Rancho Palos Verdes, in May, the average water temperature is 62.1°F (16.7°C). For most, swimming in 62.1°F (16.7°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

What is the average length of the day in May in Rancho Palos Verdes?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Rancho Palos Verdes?

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 long on average sun shines in May in Rancho Palos Verdes?

The average sunshine duration in May in Rancho Palos Verdes is 10.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Rancho Palos Verdes?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Rancho Palos Verdes, California, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Average temperature in May - Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (73.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (61.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (53.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Average pressure in May - Rancho Palos Verdes, 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
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Average wind speed in May - Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Average humidity in May - Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (61%).

Average rainfall in May
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.12").

Average rainfall days in May
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.1 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Average sea temperature in May - Rancho Palos Verdes, 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
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Rancho Palos Verdes, 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: 10h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (20 days).

Average UV index in May
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

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

The month with the highest UV index is August (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
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 22

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in May
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Average visibility in May - Rancho Palos Verdes, 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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