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Sacramento Weather in May

Sacramento in May sees high temperatures, with highs around 27°C (81°F) and overnight lows of 12°C (54°F). With just 13 mm (0.5 in) of rainfall on average, rain is rarely an issue.

Rainfall in Sacramento in May

Typically, you can expect about 3 days of rain this month, with 13 mm (0.5 in) on average. Rain is scarce this month and when it does fall, it tends to be light. Unlikely to disrupt plans significantly.

Temperature in Sacramento in May

The perfect temperature in Sacramento in May makes it a solid month to visit, with 27°C (81°F) during the day and 12°C (54°F) at night. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. Nights cool down to 12°C (54°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 Sacramento in May

The city usually sees around 406 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a good time to visit Sacramento.

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Sacramento Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C (54°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C (81°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 10%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 13 mm (0.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
HumidityHumidity 58%  
SunshineSunshine 406 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 92%  

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 Sacramento in May

Warm but pleasant conditions in Sacramento in May. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Dry conditions mean you won't need to worry about rain protection. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Sacramento 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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