United StatesThe weather in May in Los Angeles
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.
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.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Los Angeles, 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 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.
Rainfall amount
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.
Daily weather in May for Los Angeles
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Los Angeles. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Los Angeles | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 23°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 24°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 15°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 5,7 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 2 days | 14 days |
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.
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.
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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 Los Angeles, California. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Los Angeles
Temperature in May in Los Angeles over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles
Total precipitation in May in Los Angeles over the years
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.
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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Average weather in Los Angeles by month
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