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United StatesThe weather in May in Monterey
It's pleasantly warm in May in Monterey with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 14°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Monterey. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Monterey, 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 34°C in 2014, Monterey reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 6°C to a highest value of 19°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Monterey is 15°C this month. This is probably too cold to swim without protective gear.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 15 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in May for Monterey
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Monterey. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Monterey | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 19°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 20°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 10°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 15 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 4 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Monterey with mild temps, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights around 12°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 19°C, with nights around 13°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 Monterey is around 19°C, while nighttime temps are about 13°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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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 Monterey, California. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Monterey
Temperature in May in Monterey over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Monterey, 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 Monterey
Total precipitation in May in Monterey over the years
Daily UV index in May in Monterey
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Monterey, 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 Monterey by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Monterey. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.