May weather forecast
Whittier, CA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Whittier, California, with temperature in the range of an average low of 56.5°F (13.6°C) and an average high of 74.8°F (23.8°C).

Temperature

In May, Whittier experiences a barely noticeable shift in meteorological conditions, with average high-temperatures moving from 72.7°F (22.6°C) in April to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). May nights in Whittier, California, are marked by an average low-temperature of 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Whittier, California, is 60%.

Rainfall

In Whittier, in May, during 2.8 rainfall days, 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.2 rainfall days, and 5.28" (134mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Whittier, California, is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of May, in Whittier, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:57 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Whittier, the average sunshine in May is 11.1h.

UV index

In Whittier, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in May transforms into this advice:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Whittier?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Whittier during May are 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 56.5°F (13.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Whittier?

In Whittier, the average relative humidity in May is 60%.

How much does it rain in Whittier in May?

In Whittier, California, in May, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 0.12" (3mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Whittier have in May?

The average day length in May is 13h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Whittier?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:57 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Whittier?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Whittier?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Whittier is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Whittier, CA

Average temperature in May - Whittier, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (64.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (49.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Whittier, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Whittier, CA

Average wind speed in May - Whittier, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Whittier, CA

Average humidity in May - Whittier, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (47%).

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Average rainfall in May
Whittier, CA

Average rainfall in May - Whittier, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.12"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in May
Whittier, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Whittier, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (5.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Whittier, 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: 11h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Whittier, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Whittier, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 26.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (27.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (22.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Whittier, CA

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

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in May
Whittier, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Whittier, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 17

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in May
Whittier, CA

Average visibility in May - Whittier, 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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