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San Francisco Weather in May

May in San Francisco sees daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F) at night. The perfect weather makes it a good time to visit.

Rainfall in San Francisco in May

You can expect rain on around a single day based on historical patterns, with 5.1 mm (0.2 in) average for the month. On the rare occasion it does rain, the shower can be quite heavy given the low total spread across a single day.

Temperature in San Francisco in May

The perfect temperature in San Francisco in May makes it a solid month to visit, with 29°C (84°F) during the day and 24°C (75°F) at night. This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. Nights stay warm at around 24°C (75°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February, March, April, May, November and December typically offer the best weather for San Francisco.

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San Francisco Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C (75°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C (84°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 2%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 5.1 mm (0.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days a single day  
HumidityHumidity 68% *  
* Data from: Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Best Places in Mexico 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 San Francisco in May

Warm but pleasant conditions in San Francisco 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.

What To Do in San Francisco in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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