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San Carlos Weather in May

During May, San Carlos experiences pleasant daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and cooler nights around 10°C (50°F). Rainfall is low, averaging just 5 mm (0.2 in) for the month.

Rainfall in San Carlos in May

Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 2 days of rain, averaging 5 mm (0.2 in). The occasional light shower is possible, but rain is rarely an issue this month.

Temperature in San Carlos in May

May in San Carlos is generally perfect, with days reaching 22°C (72°F) and nights settling around 10°C (50°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights cool down to 10°C (50°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 San Carlos in May

The month enjoys around 324 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in San Carlos in May

Average wind conditions reach 6 m/s (12 knots) in May. This creates notably windy weather that is clearly felt and can influence daily activities. Keep in mind this is an average. Some days are less intense, while others can be quite gusty.

Average water temperature in May

The water is 13°C (55°F) this month — cool enough to feel refreshing on a warm day, but cold enough that most people won't stay in for long without a wetsuit.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best weather for San Carlos.

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San Carlos Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 13°C (55°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 7%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 5 mm (0.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 2 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 6 m/s (12 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 324 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 73% *  
* Data from: San Francisco, the United States of America (16 KM, 10 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 San Carlos in May

For San Carlos in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. Expect water temperatures of around 13°C (55°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in San Carlos 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
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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