Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
With the transition into May, Palm Springs experiences a subtle uplift in average high-temperatures, adjusting from a pleasant 72°F (22.2°C) in April to a warm 78.4°F (25.8°C). Palm Springs documents a substantial deviation from daytime highs with a consistent low-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) during May nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Palm Springs is 38%.Rainfall
The months with the least rainfall in Palm Springs are May and June Rain falls for 2.9 days and accumulates 0.12" (3mm) of rain.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 13h and 56min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of May, in Palm Springs, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 7:51 pm PDT.
Sunshine
In Palm Springs, the average sunshine in May is 12h.UV index
In Palm Springs, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Palm Springs in May?
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What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Palm Springs?
How long on average sun shines in May in Palm Springs?
How high is the UV index in May in Palm Springs?
Average temperature in May
Palm Springs, CA
- Average high temperature in May: 78.4°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (42.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Palm Springs, CA
- Average pressure in May: 29.86"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.81"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Palm Springs, CA
- Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Palm Springs, CA
- Average humidity in May: 38%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (48%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (28%).
Average rainfall in May
Palm Springs, CA
- Average rainfall in May: 0.12"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.12").
Average rainfall days in May
Palm Springs, CA
- Average rainfall days in May: 2.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (7.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.6 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Palm Springs, CA
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 12h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Palm Springs, CA
- Average sunshine days in May: 27.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (19.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Palm Springs, CA
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Palm Springs, CA
- Average cloud cover in May: 8
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in May
Palm Springs, 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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