May weather forecast
Mendocino, CA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another mild month in Mendocino, California, with an average temperature varying between 49.6°F (9.8°C) and 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Temperature

The advent of May observes an average high-temperature of a still mild 59.7°F (15.4°C), nearly identical to April's 56.8°F (13.8°C). Mendocino records a mean low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) in May.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Mendocino are March, May and August, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In May, in Mendocino, California, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout May, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mendocino, during the entire year, the rain falls for 68.4 days and collects up to 9.53" (242mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Mendocino, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

Ocean temperature

In Mendocino, California, in May, the average water temperature is 53.1°F (11.7°C).
Note: Dipping into 53.1°F (11.7°C) below 50°F (10°C) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 55.4°F (13°C) feels cold to the bone.

Daylight

In Mendocino, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of May, in Mendocino, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:35 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Mendocino is 10.5h.

UV index

In Mendocino, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in May translates into these instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Mendocino?

May temperatures in Mendocino vary between a high-temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C) and a low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Mendocino?

March, May and August, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Mendocino.

What is the average humidity in May in Mendocino?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May in Mendocino?

In Mendocino, in May, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Mendocino?

January, March through December are months without snowfall in Mendocino, California.

How cold is the water in May in Mendocino?

In May, the average ocean temperature in Mendocino is 53.1°F (11.7°C). Swimming in 53.1°F (11.7°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in May in Mendocino?

In Mendocino, the average day length in May is 14h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Mendocino?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mendocino, California, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:35 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Mendocino?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.5h.

How high is the UV index in May in Mendocino?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Mendocino is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Mendocino, CA

Average temperature in May - Mendocino, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 59.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (67.5°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and December (54.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (45.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Mendocino, CA

Average pressure in May - Mendocino, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Mendocino, CA

Average wind speed in May - Mendocino, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Mendocino, CA

Average humidity in May - Mendocino, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March, May and August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Mendocino, CA

Average rainfall in May - Mendocino, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.77").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in May
Mendocino, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Mendocino, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and August (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Mendocino, CA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Mendocino, CA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Mendocino, CA

Average sea temperature in May - Mendocino, CA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 52.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is October (55.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (52.1°F).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mendocino, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Mendocino, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Mendocino, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 25.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (18.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Mendocino, CA

Average UV index in May - Mendocino, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Mendocino, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Mendocino, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in May
Mendocino, CA

Average visibility in May - Mendocino, 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).

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