May weather forecast
Sequoia National Park, CA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Sequoia National Park, California, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.9°F (11.6°C) and 76.6°F (24.8°C).

Temperature

May signals a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) to a warm 76.6°F (24.8°C). Despite soaring daytime temperatures, Sequoia National Park registers a consistent average low-temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C) in May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 46%.

Rainfall

In Sequoia National Park, during May, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 55.9 rainfall days, and 11.65" (296mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sequoia National Park, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:06 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sequoia National Park in May?

Sequoia National Park in May has an average high-temperature of 76.6°F (24.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Sequoia National Park, the average relative humidity in May is 46%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Sequoia National Park, during May, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Sequoia National Park have in May?

In Sequoia National Park, California, the average day length in May is 14h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Sequoia National Park, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:06 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sequoia National Park have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sequoia National Park, CA

Average temperature in May - Sequoia National Park, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (56.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (39.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Sequoia National Park, CA

Average pressure in May - Sequoia National Park, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Sequoia National Park, CA

Average wind speed in May - Sequoia National Park, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (4.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Sequoia National Park, CA

Average humidity in May - Sequoia National Park, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 46%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (29%).

Average rainfall in May
Sequoia National Park, CA

Average rainfall in May - Sequoia National Park, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.32").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in May
Sequoia National Park, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Sequoia National Park, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sequoia National Park, CA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sequoia National Park, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Sequoia National Park, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 25.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (19.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Sequoia National Park, CA

Average UV index in May - Sequoia National Park, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Sequoia National Park, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Sequoia National Park, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 22).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in May
Sequoia National Park, CA

Average visibility in May - Sequoia National Park, 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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