May weather forecast
Gold Beach, OR

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Trees, brown sand, and large rocks on the shores of the iconic Gold Beach in Oregon
Trees, brown sand, and large rocks on the shores of the iconic Gold Beach in Oregon

Weather in May

May ushers in noticeably warmer weather, with longer daylight hours compared to April. Temperatures start to earnestly climb, backing away from 48.4°F (9.1°C) and reaching as far as 57.7°F (14.3°C). Rainfall continues to drop, making way for dry, comfortable conditions perfect for exploring the outdoors. The month is characterized by its brilliant sunshine, longer evenings, and a visible increase in local flora and fauna sightings. It's an appealing time for tourists and locals looking to appreciate Gold Beach in its full springtime glory.

Temperature

Gold Beach notes an average high-temperature of a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C) in May, hardly diverging from April. Gold Beach anticipates an average minimum temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C) in the month of May.

Humidity

In Gold Beach, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout May, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gold Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.4 days and collects up to 22.2" (564mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Gold Beach, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

Ocean temperature

In Gold Beach, the average seawater temperature in May is 52.3°F (11.3°C).
Note: With an efficient thermal swimsuit, one can navigate 52.3°F (11.3°C) even if it's colder than 50°F (10°C); otherwise, rapid cold shock and breathlessness might set in. Barely wading at 55.4°F (13°C) feels chilly.

Daylight

In Gold Beach, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:47 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Gold Beach, the average sunshine in May is 10h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in May translates into this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Gold Beach, is 57.7°F (14.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 48.4°F (9.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Gold Beach, during May, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Gold Beach?

In Gold Beach, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

What is the ocean temperature in May?

In Gold Beach, Oregon, in May, the average water temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C). Swimming in 52.3°F (11.3°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.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:47 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Gold Beach, the average sunshine duration in May is 10h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Gold Beach, OR

Average temperature in May - Gold Beach, OR
  • Average high temperature in May: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (66.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (43.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Gold Beach, OR

Average pressure in May - Gold Beach, OR
  • Average pressure in May: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Gold Beach, OR

Average wind speed in May - Gold Beach, OR
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Gold Beach, OR

Average humidity in May - Gold Beach, OR
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Gold Beach, OR

Average rainfall in May - Gold Beach, OR
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

Average rainfall days in May
Gold Beach, OR

Average rainfall days in May - Gold Beach, OR
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gold Beach, OR

Average snowfall in May - Gold Beach, OR
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
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
Gold Beach, OR

Average snowfall days in May - Gold Beach, OR
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Gold Beach, OR

Average sea temperature in May - Gold Beach, OR
  • Average sea temperature in May: 52.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (53.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and April (50.8°F).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gold Beach, OR

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gold Beach, OR
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gold Beach, OR

Average sunshine days in May - Gold Beach, OR
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Gold Beach, OR

Average UV index in May - Gold Beach, OR
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Gold Beach, OR

Average cloud cover in May - Gold Beach, OR
  • Average cloud cover in May: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
Gold Beach, OR

Average visibility in May - Gold Beach, OR
  • 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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