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Pasadena Weather in May

With daytime temperatures of 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows of 13°C (55°F), May in Pasadena brings high temperatures during the day. The excellent weather makes it an appealing time to visit.

Rainfall in Pasadena in May

Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 3 days of rain, with 12 mm (0.5 in) average for the month. Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.

Temperature in Pasadena in May

Pasadena in May has excellent weather. Days reach 26°C (79°F) and nights cool to 13°C (55°F). Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. Nights cool down to 13°C (55°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Pasadena in May

There are approximately 276 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances for Pasadena.

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Pasadena Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C (79°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 10%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 12 mm (0.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
SunshineSunshine 276 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 64% *  
* Data from: Los Angeles, the United States of America (33 KM, 20 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 Pasadena 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. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Pasadena 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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