May weather forecast
Oceanside, CA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Oceanside, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55°F (12.8°C) and 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of May marks an average high-temperature of a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C), hardly differing from April's 66.7°F (19.3°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a fresh 55°F (12.8°C) throughout May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Oceanside is 72%.

Rainfall

In Oceanside, California, in May, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Oceanside, during the entire year, the rain falls for 68.2 days and collects up to 9.49" (241mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In May, the average ocean temperature in Oceanside is 63°F (17.2°C).
Note: In water with a temperature of 63°F (17.2°C), most people do not enjoy swimming. As the temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C), breathing becomes increasingly difficult to control.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:53 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Oceanside, California, the average sunshine in May is 11h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Oceanside is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Oceanside?

The high-temperature during May is 68.2°F (20.1°C) and the low-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Oceanside?

The average relative humidity in May in Oceanside is 72%.

How many days does it rain in May in Oceanside?

In Oceanside, during May, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

What is the ocean temperature in May in Oceanside?

In May, the average ocean temperature in Oceanside is 63°F (17.2°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 63°F (17.2°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

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

In May, the average day length is 13h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Oceanside?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:53 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Oceanside?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11h.

How high is the UV index in May in Oceanside?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Oceanside, California, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Oceanside, CA

Average temperature in May - Oceanside, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (62.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (49.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Oceanside, CA

Average pressure in May - Oceanside, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Oceanside, CA

Average wind speed in May - Oceanside, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Oceanside, CA

Average humidity in May - Oceanside, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (60%).

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Average rainfall in May
Oceanside, CA

Average rainfall in May - Oceanside, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in May
Oceanside, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Oceanside, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.7 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Oceanside, CA

Average sea temperature in May - Oceanside, CA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 62.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (58.7°F).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Oceanside, CA
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Oceanside, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Oceanside, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20 days).

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Average UV index in May
Oceanside, CA

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

The months with the highest UV index are July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in May
Oceanside, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Oceanside, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in May
Oceanside, CA

Average visibility in May - Oceanside, 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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