United StatesAverage weather for Los Angeles in May
It's warm in May in Los Angeles with an average temperature of 23°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 24°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 17°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Los Angeles with warm temps, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights around 16°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 24°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 Los Angeles is around 23°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
According to weather history, there is only 5,7 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Los Angeles in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
23°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
24°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
21°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
5,7 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
1 day | 14 days | |
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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.
Is May a good time to visit Los Angeles?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Los Angeles. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 38°C in 2014, Los Angeles reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 15°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 10°C to a highest value of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Los Angeles
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Los Angeles, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Weather experiences in May in Los Angeles
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No scorching heat or cool evenings. Some days the wind blew ... more
Daily Precipitation in May in Los Angeles
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Los Angeles, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 1 day of precipitation in Los Angeles.
Daily UV index in May in Los Angeles
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Los Angeles, 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.
Temperature in May in Los Angeles over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Los Angeles, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Los Angeles over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Los Angeles, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Los Angeles
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Weather experiences in May in Los Angeles
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No scorching heat or cool evenings. Some days the wind blew a bit, making it a bit cooler. In the evenings, a light jacket came in handy.— This text is automatically translated to English
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