Oakland weather in May (California, United States of America)
Planning a trip to Oakland in May? This guide provides all the details you need.
In Oakland, May is characterized by pleasant temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 21°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 11°C.
Oakland in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 12 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 3 days of rain are anticipated.
The city usually sees around 324 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit Oakland. May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, December tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Oakland climate page with graphs.
Oakland, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
11°C
Max Temperature
21°C
Water Temperature
13°C *
Chance of Rain
10%
Precipitation
12 mm
Rainy days
3 days
Humidity
72% *
Windspeed
22 km/h *
Sunshine
324 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
73% *
Where to go in the United States of America in May
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Oakland in May?
For visitors traveling to Oakland, 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 13°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 in May.
Interested in more climate information?
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