May weather forecast
Ridgecrest, CA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Ridgecrest, California, with an average temperature ranging between max 78.4°F (25.8°C) and min 57.6°F (14.2°C).

Temperature

Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature during May adjusts from April's pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C) to a moderately hot 78.4°F (25.8°C). May brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 57.6°F (14.2°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 28%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 1.8 days. Throughout May, 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ridgecrest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 29.6 days and collects up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ridgecrest, snow does not fall in January through October and December.

Daylight

In Ridgecrest, California, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:00 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Ridgecrest, the average sunshine in May is 11.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Ridgecrest?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Ridgecrest, is 78.4°F (25.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 57.6°F (14.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 28%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Ridgecrest, in May, during 1.8 rainfall days, 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

January through October and December are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:00 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Ridgecrest, California, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Ridgecrest, CA

Average temperature in May - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (52.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (37.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Ridgecrest, CA

Average pressure in May - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.86"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Ridgecrest, CA

Average wind speed in May - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Ridgecrest, CA

Average humidity in May - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 28%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (47%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (20%).

Average rainfall in May
Ridgecrest, CA

Average rainfall in May - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.12"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.04").

Average rainfall days in May
Ridgecrest, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (4.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ridgecrest, CA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is November (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Ridgecrest, CA

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January, February, November and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ridgecrest, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 27.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (23.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Ridgecrest, CA

Average UV index in May - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Ridgecrest, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 9

The months with the most cloud cover are January, March and December (Cloud cover 17).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in May
Ridgecrest, CA

Average visibility in May - Ridgecrest, 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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