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Santa Clara Weather in May
During May, Santa Clara experiences high daytime temperatures of 23°C (73°F) and cooler nights around 11°C (52°F). Rainfall is low, averaging just 4.7 mm (0.2 in) for the month.
Rainfall in Santa Clara in May
Typically, about 3 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 4.7 mm (0.2 in) for the month. When rain does fall, showers tend to be light and brief. Most days will be dry.
Temperature in Santa Clara in May
If you're visiting Santa Clara in May, expect excellent temperatures with highs of 23°C (73°F) and overnight lows of 11°C (52°F). This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. Nights cool down to 11°C (52°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 Santa Clara in May
Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 324 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.
Santa Clara Temperature in May
Min Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Max Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Chance of Rain
9%
Precipitation
4.7 mm (0.2 in)
Rainy days
3 days
Humidity
72% *
Sunshine
324 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
73% *
* Data from: San Francisco, the United States of America (47 KM, 29 Miles).
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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 Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Barbeque9/10 -
Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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