The weather in May in Santa Bárbara
It's pleasantly warm in May in Santa Bárbara with an average temperature of 20°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 19°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 17°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Santa Bárbara. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Santa Bárbara, Santa Maria. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 25°C in 2020, Santa Bárbara reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 10°C to a highest value of 19°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 39 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Santa Bárbara
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Santa Bárbara. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
Santa Bárbara | New York | |
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Average temperature | 20°C | 22°C |
Max. temperature | 21°C | 28°C |
Min. temperature | 15°C | -5°C |
Total precipitation | 39 mm | 105 mm |
Rainy days | 7 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Santa Bárbara with mild temps, averaging around 20°C during the day and nights around 16°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 21°C, with nights around 16°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Santa Bárbara is around 21°C, while nighttime temps are about 17°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Santa Bárbara, Santa Maria. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Santa Bárbara
Temperature in May in Santa Bárbara over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Santa Bárbara, Santa Maria. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Santa Bárbara
Total precipitation in May in Santa Bárbara over the years
Daily UV index in May in Santa Bárbara
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Santa Bárbara, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Santa Bárbara by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Santa Bárbara. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.