May weather forecast
Rockaway Beach, OR

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderate month in Rockaway Beach, Oregon, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and an average high of 57.6°F (14.2°C).

Temperature

Rockaway Beach, Oregon, experiences a transition to a moderate 57.6°F (14.2°C) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of May, not greatly differing from April's 52.3°F (11.3°C). During the month of May, Rockaway Beach anticipates a mean low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

May is the least humid month in Rockaway Beach, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Rockaway Beach, in May, during 9.8 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.7 rainfall days, and 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall in Rockaway Beach.

Ocean temperature

In Rockaway Beach, the average seawater temperature in May is 52.9°F (11.6°C).
Note: Swimming in 52.9°F (11.6°C) can be lethal. Merely spending a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels harsh, and venturing below 50°F (10°C) might disrupt breathing control and bring about cold shock, contingent on individual resilience.

Daylight

In Rockaway Beach, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 56min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:57 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Rockaway Beach, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 in May translates into these instructions:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 57.6°F (14.2°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout May, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the water temperature in May?

In Rockaway Beach, the average seawater temperature in May is 52.9°F (11.6°C). Swimming in 52.9°F (11.6°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Rockaway Beach have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:57 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Rockaway Beach?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Rockaway Beach is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Rockaway Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Rockaway Beach, OR

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (66.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (46.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (40.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Rockaway Beach, OR

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

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

Average wind speed in May
Rockaway Beach, OR

Average wind speed in May - Rockaway Beach, OR
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Rockaway Beach, OR

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (80%).

Average rainfall in May
Rockaway Beach, OR

Average rainfall in May - Rockaway Beach, OR
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.2").

Average rainfall days in May
Rockaway Beach, OR

Average rainfall days in May - Rockaway Beach, OR
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Rockaway Beach, OR

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Rockaway Beach, OR

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Rockaway Beach, OR

Average sea temperature in May - Rockaway Beach, OR
  • Average sea temperature in May: 52.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (48.1°F).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Rockaway Beach, OR
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Rockaway Beach, OR

Average sunshine days in May - Rockaway Beach, OR
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Rockaway Beach, OR

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Rockaway Beach, OR

Average cloud cover in May - Rockaway Beach, OR
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Rockaway Beach, OR

Average visibility in May - Rockaway 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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