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Palmdale Weather in May

May is one of the perfect months to visit Palmdale, with daytime temperatures of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 12°C (54°F) at night. Rainfall is minimal, averaging just 1.7 mm (0.1 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Palmdale in May

Historically, approximately a single day this month are expected to have rain, averaging 1.7 mm (0.1 in). On the rare occasion it rains this month, it usually amounts to very little.

Temperature in Palmdale in May

Palmdale in May is worth a visit. The temperature is perfect, with 28°C (82°F) during the day and 12°C (54°F) at night. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. With lows of 12°C (54°F), nights are cool. If you're out after dark, an extra layer will keep you comfortable. The cooler air at night is also great for getting a good rest.

Sunshine in Palmdale in May

There are approximately 278 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

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

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Palmdale Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C (54°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C (82°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 3%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 1.7 mm (0.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days a single day  
SunshineSunshine 278 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: California City, the United States of America (61 KM, 38 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 Palmdale in May

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in May. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Palmdale in May

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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