May weather forecast
Port Orford, OR

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The intense road vein network and the dense tree cover in the scenic town of Port Orford, Oregon
The intense road vein network and the dense tree cover in the scenic town of Port Orford, Oregon

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a mild month in Port Orford, Oregon, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.4°F (9.1°C) and 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

Port Orford sees the arrival of May with an average high-temperature of a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C), indicating a subtle variation from April. May nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Port Orford, in May, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Port Orford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.4 days and collects up to 22.2" (564mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In May, the average ocean temperature is 52.5°F (11.4°C).
Note: Unprotected swimming in 52.5°F (11.4°C) is dangerous due to potential cold shock. Especially when temperatures go below 50°F (10°C), leading to hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:49 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature during May is 57.7°F (14.3°C) and the low-temperature is 48.4°F (9.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Port Orford, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How much does it rain in Port Orford in May?

In May, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout May, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

How cold is the water in May?

In Port Orford, the average seawater temperature in May is 52.5°F (11.4°C). Swimming in 52.5°F (11.4°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?

The average day length in May is 14h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:49 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Port Orford, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Port Orford, OR

Average temperature in May - Port Orford, 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
Port Orford, OR

Average pressure in May - Port Orford, 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
Port Orford, OR

Average wind speed in May - Port Orford, 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
Port Orford, OR

Average humidity in May - Port Orford, 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
Port Orford, OR

Average rainfall in May - Port Orford, 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
Port Orford, OR

Average rainfall days in May - Port Orford, 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
Port Orford, OR

Average snowfall in May - Port Orford, 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
Port Orford, OR

Average snowfall days in May - Port Orford, 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
Port Orford, OR

Average sea temperature in May - Port Orford, OR
  • Average sea temperature in May: 52.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (54.9°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (50.5°F).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Port Orford, OR

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
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
Port Orford, OR

Average sunshine days in May - Port Orford, 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
Port Orford, OR

Average UV index in May - Port Orford, 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
Port Orford, OR

Average cloud cover in May - Port Orford, 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
Port Orford, OR

Average visibility in May - Port Orford, 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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