May weather forecast
Gearhart, OR

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderate month in Gearhart, Oregon, with an average temperature varying between 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 57.6°F (14.2°C).

Temperature

Gearhart marks the onset of May with an average high-temperature of a refreshing 57.6°F (14.2°C), a subtle shift from April's 52.3°F (11.3°C). An average minimum temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C) marks the month of May.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March through May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Gearhart, in May, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gearhart, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.6 days and collects up to 39.8" (1011mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Gearhart, snow does not fall in April through November.

Ocean temperature

In May, the average ocean temperature is 52.7°F (11.5°C).
Note: Staying in 52.7°F (11.5°C) waters for just a few moments at 55.4°F (13°C) can be harrowing, and below 50°F (10°C) poses breathing and cold shock risks, depending on individual tolerance.

Daylight

In Gearhart, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:58 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Gearhart is 8.3h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gearhart in May?

The high-temperature during May is 57.6°F (14.2°C) and the low-temperature is 47.5°F (8.6°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March through May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Gearhart, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Gearhart, in May, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Gearhart, snow does not fall in April through November.

What is the water temperature in May?

In May, the average ocean temperature is 52.7°F (11.5°C). Swimming in 52.7°F (11.5°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Gearhart have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:58 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Gearhart, OR

Average temperature in May - Gearhart, OR
  • Average high temperature in May: 57.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (65.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (46.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (40.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Gearhart, OR

Average pressure in May - Gearhart, OR
  • Average pressure in May: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.08"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March and September (30.02"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Gearhart, OR

Average wind speed in May - Gearhart, OR
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Gearhart, OR

Average humidity in May - Gearhart, OR
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April, May, October and December (81%).

Average rainfall in May
Gearhart, OR

Average rainfall in May - Gearhart, OR
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (6.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Gearhart, OR

Average rainfall days in May - Gearhart, OR
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gearhart, OR

Average snowfall in May - Gearhart, OR
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Gearhart, OR

Average snowfall days in May - Gearhart, OR
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Gearhart, OR

Average sea temperature in May - Gearhart, OR
  • Average sea temperature in May: 52.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (56.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (47.7°F).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gearhart, OR

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gearhart, OR
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gearhart, OR

Average sunshine days in May - Gearhart, OR
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Gearhart, OR

Average UV index in May - Gearhart, OR
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Gearhart, OR

Average cloud cover in May - Gearhart, OR
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Gearhart, OR

Average visibility in May - Gearhart, OR
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).

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