May weather forecast
Solvang, CA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Solvang, is also an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Temperature

Entering May, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C), exhibiting a minimal shift from April's 68°F (20°C). Throughout May, Solvang encounters an average temperature drop to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 61%.

Rainfall

In Solvang, in May, during 2.4 rainfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Solvang, during the entire year, the rain falls for 48.3 days and collects up to 9.84" (250mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Solvang is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:07 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Solvang, the average sunshine in May is 11.6h.

UV index

In Solvang, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 71.2°F (21.8°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 61%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Solvang, in May, it is raining for 2.4 days, with typically 0.24" (6mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Solvang, the average day length in May is 13h and 59min.

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 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:07 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Solvang?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Solvang, California, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Solvang, CA

Average temperature in May - Solvang, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (61°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (46.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Solvang, CA

Average pressure in May - Solvang, 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
Solvang, CA

Average wind speed in May - Solvang, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Solvang, CA

Average humidity in May - Solvang, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (54%).

Average rainfall in May
Solvang, CA

Average rainfall in May - Solvang, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in May
Solvang, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Solvang, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Solvang, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Solvang, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 27.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Solvang, CA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Solvang, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Solvang, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in May
Solvang, CA

Average visibility in May - Solvang, 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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