San Francisco weather in May (Spain)
Curious about the May weather in San Francisco? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In San Francisco the weather in May is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 22°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 16°C.
San Francisco in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 24 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 8 days of rain.
The city usually sees around 294 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized San Francisco climate page with graphs.
San Francisco, monthly averages in May
Where to go in Spain in May
Find out more about the weather in Spain in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to San Francisco, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. With a water temperature of around 19°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.
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