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Petaluma Weather in May

May in Petaluma averages 22°C (72°F) during the day and 8°C (46°F) at night. With only 15 mm (0.6 in) of rainfall expected on average, it's a largely dry month.

Rainfall in Petaluma in May

You can typically expect 3 days of rain this month, averaging around 15 mm (0.6 in). When rain does fall, showers tend to be light and brief. Most days will be dry.

Temperature in Petaluma in May

May tends to be one of the perfect months in Petaluma, with 22°C (72°F) in the afternoon and 8°C (46°F) overnight. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. At 8°C (46°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Petaluma in May

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 310 hours of sun. These sunny conditions add to the overall experience.

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

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Petaluma Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 10%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 15 mm (0.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
SunshineSunshine 310 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 76% *  
* Data from: Healdsburg, the United States of America (46 KM, 28 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in May

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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 Petaluma in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Petaluma 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
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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