May weather forecast
South Taft, CA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in South Taft, is a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 54°F (12.2°C) and max 77.5°F (25.3°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C) in April to a moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C). Marked by a significant temperature drop from daytime highs, the average nighttime temperature lowers to a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) throughout May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 42%.

Rainfall

In South Taft, in May, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Taft, during the entire year, the rain falls for 52 days and collects up to 5.87" (149mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:06 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In South Taft, the average sunshine in May is 11.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In May, in South Taft, the average high-temperature is 77.5°F (25.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 54°F (12.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in South Taft?

The average relative humidity in May in South Taft is 42%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In South Taft, in May, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In South Taft, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

How many hours of daylight does South Taft have in May?

In South Taft, the average day length in May is 14h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:06 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.7h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In South Taft, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
South Taft, CA

Average temperature in May - South Taft, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (40.1°F).

Average pressure in May
South Taft, CA

Average pressure in May - South Taft, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
South Taft, CA

Average wind speed in May - South Taft, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (3.7mph).

Average humidity in May
South Taft, CA

Average humidity in May - South Taft, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 42%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (60%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (30%).

Average rainfall in May
South Taft, CA

Average rainfall in May - South Taft, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.08").

Average rainfall days in May
South Taft, CA

Average rainfall days in May - South Taft, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
South Taft, CA

Average snowfall in May - South Taft, CA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in May
South Taft, CA

Average snowfall days in May - South Taft, CA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
South Taft, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - South Taft, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
South Taft, CA

Average sunshine days in May - South Taft, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 26.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.1 days).

Average UV index in May
South Taft, CA

Average UV index in May - South Taft, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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
South Taft, CA

Average cloud cover in May - South Taft, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 12

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in May
South Taft, CA

Average visibility in May - South Taft, 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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