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Alameda Weather in May

May in Alameda sees daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and lows of 11°C (52°F) at night. The perfect weather makes it a good time to visit.

Rainfall in Alameda in May

Typically around 3 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 11 mm (0.4 in) for the month. The occasional light shower is possible, but rain is rarely an issue this month.

Temperature in Alameda in May

May tends to be one of the perfect months in Alameda, with 20°C (68°F) in the afternoon and 11°C (52°F) overnight. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. At 11°C (52°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Alameda in May

The city usually sees around 324 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

Wind Speed in Alameda in May

May sees wind speeds averaging 6 m/s (12 knots). You'll experience strong winds that cause whole trees to sway and require effort when walking against them. As an average, expect variation from moderate breezes to particularly windy days that affect daily routines.

Average water temperature in May

The water is 13°C (55°F) this month — cool enough to feel refreshing on a warm day, but cold enough that most people won't stay in for long without a wetsuit.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit.

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Alameda Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C (52°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 13°C (55°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 11%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 11 mm (0.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 6 m/s (12 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 324 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 73% *  
* Data from: San Francisco, the United States of America (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in May

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Alameda in May

For Alameda in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. The water temperature sits at about 13°C (55°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Alameda in May

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

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