May weather forecast
Sunset Beach, CA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Sunset Beach, California, with an average temperature fluctuating between 68.2°F (20.1°C) and 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Temperature

May records an average high-temperature of a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. During May, Sunset Beach records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 70%.

Rainfall

In Sunset Beach, during May, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation. In Sunset Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 57.8 days and collects up to 8.82" (224mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:57 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

Sunset Beach in May has an average high-temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 57.4°F (14.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout May, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:57 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sunset Beach have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sunset Beach, CA

Average temperature in May - Sunset Beach, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (62.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (52.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Sunset Beach, CA

Average pressure in May - Sunset Beach, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Sunset Beach, CA

Average wind speed in May - Sunset Beach, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August, September and October (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Sunset Beach, CA

Average humidity in May - Sunset Beach, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (57%).

Average rainfall in May
Sunset Beach, CA

Average rainfall in May - Sunset Beach, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.04").

Average rainfall days in May
Sunset Beach, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Sunset Beach, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and August (2.3 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sunset Beach, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sunset Beach, CA
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sunset Beach, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Sunset Beach, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 23.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (19.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Sunset Beach, CA

Average UV index in May - Sunset Beach, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are July, August and September (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
Sunset Beach, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Sunset Beach, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 19

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in May
Sunset Beach, CA

Average visibility in May - Sunset Beach, 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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