May weather forecast
Santa Maria, CA

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The hilly region of Santa Maria in California, over the neat vineyard farm on a sunny day
The hilly region of Santa Maria in California, over the neat vineyard farm on a sunny day

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another pleasant month in Santa Maria, California, with temperature in the range of an average low of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and an average high of 71.1°F (21.7°C).

Temperature

With the start of May, Santa Maria measures an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C), not significantly differing from April's 68.2°F (20.1°C). Throughout May, Santa Maria anticipates an average low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 65%.

Rainfall

In Santa Maria, in May, it is raining for 2.6 days, with typically 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 43.9 rainfall days, and 6.93" (176mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Santa Maria, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:10 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Santa Maria is 11.5h.

UV index

In Santa Maria, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Santa Maria are 71.1°F (21.7°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 65%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Santa Maria, during May, the rain falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Santa Maria have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Santa Maria, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:10 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.5h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Santa Maria, CA

Average temperature in May - Santa Maria, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (61.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (46.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Santa Maria, CA

Average pressure in May - Santa Maria, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Santa Maria, CA

Average wind speed in May - Santa Maria, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Santa Maria, CA

Average humidity in May - Santa Maria, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (68%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (58%).

Average rainfall in May
Santa Maria, CA

Average rainfall in May - Santa Maria, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.16"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in May
Santa Maria, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Santa Maria, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and August (0.8 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Santa Maria, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Santa Maria, CA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Santa Maria, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Santa Maria, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 26.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Santa Maria, CA

Average UV index in May - Santa Maria, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and 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
Santa Maria, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Santa Maria, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in May
Santa Maria, CA

Average visibility in May - Santa Maria, 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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