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United StatesThe weather in May in Palm Springs
It's hot in May in Palm Springs with an average temperature of 34°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 39°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 23°C.
May is an awesome month to be in Palm Springs for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not much 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 Palm Springs, 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 44°C in 2017, Palm Springs reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 11°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 0,7 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in May for Palm Springs
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Palm Springs. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Palm Springs | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 34°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 39°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 18°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 0,7 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Palm Springs with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 20°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 34°C, with nights around 20°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 Palm Springs is around 36°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°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 8 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 Palm Springs, California. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Palm Springs
Temperature in May in Palm Springs over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Palm Springs, 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 Palm Springs
Total precipitation in May in Palm Springs over the years
Daily UV index in May in Palm Springs
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Palm Springs, 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 Palm Springs by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Palm Springs. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.