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Los Angeles weather in May (California, United States of America)

Will it be warm or cold in Los Angeles this May? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The weather in Los Angeles is usually perfect in May, characterized by pleasant temperatures and low rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 21°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 14°C.

Precipitation

Los Angeles in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 6.2 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 2 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 276 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for playing sports, visiting parks, or going for a bike ride.

Average windspeed

Wind speeds average 4 m/s during May. At this speed, expect moderate winds that can raise dust and move small branches. Since this is an average, some days have gentle light winds while others experience stronger breezes that are quite noticeable.

Average water temperature in May

At 15°C, the water feels crisp and invigorating rather than welcoming. You'll likely need a few moments to adjust to the temperature, and shorter swimming sessions tend to be more comfortable than extended water activities.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Los Angeles, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 15°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 7%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 6.2 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 2 days  
HumidityHumidity 73%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 m/s  
SunshineSunshine 276 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 64%  

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United States of America, check out our Los Angeles's climate page.

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Los Angeles, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. With a water temperature of around 15°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
9/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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