Average weather for Oakland in May
It's pleasantly warm in May in Oakland with an average temperature of 21°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 19°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 14°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Oakland with warm temps, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights around 13°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 21°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 Oakland is around 22°C, while nighttime temps are about 14°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
According to weather history, there is only 8,3 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Oakland in May |
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21°C | 22°C | |
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23°C | 28°C | |
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19°C | -5°C | |
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8,3 mm | 105 mm | |
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2 days | 14 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 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 Oakland?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Oakland. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2020, Oakland reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 13°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 5°C to a highest value of 17°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Oakland
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Oakland, 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.
Daily Precipitation in May in Oakland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Oakland, 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 2 days of precipitation in Oakland.
Daily UV index in May in Oakland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Oakland, 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 Oakland over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Oakland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Oakland over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Oakland, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Oakland
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Oakland. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Oakland by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Oakland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.