May weather forecast
Sonora, CA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Sonora, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and an average high of 73°F (22.8°C).

Temperature

Sonora observes a slight ascent in average high-temperatures during May, adjusting from an enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C) in April to an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C). Despite the high peak temperatures, Sonora witnesses an average nighttime cooling to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in May.

Humidity

In Sonora, the average relative humidity in May is 55%.

Rainfall

In Sonora, California, during May, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. In Sonora, during the entire year, the rain falls for 76.7 days and collects up to 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of May in Sonora, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:18 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

During May, Sonora experiences an average high-temperature of 73°F (22.8°C) and a low-temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 55%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Sonora, in May, during 6.8 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Sonora?

In Sonora, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Sonora have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:18 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Sonora, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.1h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Sonora, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sonora, CA

Average temperature in May - Sonora, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 73°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (37.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Sonora, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Sonora, CA

Average wind speed in May - Sonora, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (5.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Sonora, CA

Average humidity in May - Sonora, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (32%).

Average rainfall in May
Sonora, CA

Average rainfall in May - Sonora, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (4.76").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in May
Sonora, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Sonora, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sonora, CA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sonora, CA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sonora, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Sonora, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (28.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (16.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Sonora, CA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Sonora, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Sonora, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 35).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in May
Sonora, CA

Average visibility in May - Sonora, 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).

Sonora, California, USA

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