California weather in May (Maryland, United States of America)
What kind of weather does May bring to California? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.
Temperatures
Expect perfect weather in California during May, which means high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 23°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 13°C.
Precipitation
California in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 99 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 12 days of the month will see rainfall.If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit California. May typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized California climate page with graphs.
California, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
13°C
Max Temperature
23°C
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
99 mm
Rainy days
12 days
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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to California, 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. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
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