The weather in May in Joshua Tree
It's hot in May in Joshua Tree with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 24°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 19°C.
May is a good month to be in Joshua Tree for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and 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 Joshua Tree, California. 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 40°C in 2020, Joshua Tree reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 14°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 0°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 3,2 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in May for Joshua Tree
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Joshua Tree. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
Joshua Tree | New York | |
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Average temperature | 31°C | 22°C |
Max. temperature | 35°C | 28°C |
Min. temperature | 13°C | -5°C |
Total precipitation | 3,2 mm | 105 mm |
Rainy days | 1 day | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Joshua Tree with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 16°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 30°C, with nights around 16°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Joshua Tree is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Joshua Tree, California. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Joshua Tree
Temperature in May in Joshua Tree over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Joshua Tree, California. 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 Joshua Tree
Total precipitation in May in Joshua Tree over the years
Daily UV index in May in Joshua Tree
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Joshua Tree, 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 Joshua Tree by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Joshua Tree. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.