May weather forecast
Durham, CA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Durham, California, with an average temperature ranging between max 76.6°F (24.8°C) and min 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C) to a warm 76.6°F (24.8°C). A significant temperature decrease to an average a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) characterizes Durham's nighttime temperatures during May.

Humidity

In Durham, the average relative humidity in May is 52%.

Rainfall

In Durham, California, in May, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Durham, California, there are 90.7 rainfall days, and 21.81" (554mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Durham, snow does not fall in January through November.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of May in Durham, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:28 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Durham is 11.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Durham is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Durham?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Durham, is 76.6°F (24.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Durham?

The average relative humidity in May in Durham is 52%.

How much does it rain in Durham in May?

In Durham, California, in May, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Durham?

January through November are months without snowfall in Durham.

How many hours of daylight does Durham have in May?

In May, the average day length in Durham, California, is 14h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Durham?

On the first day of May in Durham, California, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:28 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Durham have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Durham, California, is 11.2h.

How high is the UV index in May in Durham?

In Durham, California, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Durham, CA

Average temperature in May - Durham, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (53.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (39°F).

Average pressure in May
Durham, CA

Average pressure in May - Durham, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Durham, CA

Average wind speed in May - Durham, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Durham, CA

Average humidity in May - Durham, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (32%).

Average rainfall in May
Durham, CA

Average rainfall in May - Durham, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

Average rainfall days in May
Durham, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Durham, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Durham, CA

Average snowfall in May - Durham, CA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Durham, CA

Average snowfall days in May - Durham, CA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Durham, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Durham, CA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Durham, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Durham, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Durham, CA

Average UV index in May - Durham, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Durham, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Durham, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in May
Durham, CA

Average visibility in May - Durham, CA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

Durham, California, USA

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