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The weather in May is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise into June. May has average maximum temperatures of 21°C (71°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 69.5% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.8hrs making the days long and bright. It is a good time for sunbathing in Big Sur.
May has total rainfall of 1.5cm (0.6inches) making it extremely dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free. There are just 3.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.
Sea temperatures are a cold 13°C (56°F). May is too cold for swimming in Big Sur for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.
Consider visiting Big Sur in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
Yes, May is a good time for sunbathing in Big Sur.
May has average maximum temperatures of 21°C (71°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 69.5% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.8hrs making the days long and bright. May has total rainfall of 1.5cm (0.6inches) making it extremely dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free. There are just 3.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.
More about May temperature and sunshine.
No, May is too cold for swimming in Big Sur for any length of time, with the sea water at 13°C (56°F), unless you have a wetsuit.
More about May sea temperatures.
Yes, May is a good time for a holiday in Big Sur.
May has average maximum temperatures of 21°C (71°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 69.5% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.8hrs making the days long and bright. May has total rainfall of 1.5cm (0.6inches) making it extremely dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free. There are just 3.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between. It is a good time for sunbathing in Big Sur. Sea temperatures are a cold 13°C (56°F). May is too cold for swimming in Big Sur for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.
More about the May temperatures and sunshine.
Yes, Big Sur is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days in May.
The average maximum temperature in Big Sur in May is 21°C (71°F). The average maximum temperature is 19°C (67°) in the previous month and 24°C (75°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Big Sur in May is 17°C (62°F). The average temperature is 15°C (58°F) in the previous month and 19°C (66°F) in the next month.
More info about the May temperatures and sunshine.
The average day light hours per day in Big Sur in May are 14.1. The sunshine percentage is 69.5% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.8hrs making the days long and bright.
More about May sunshine.
The weather in May is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise into June. The average maximum temperature in Big Sur in May is 21°C (71°F). The average maximum temperature is 19°C (67°F) in the previous month and 24°C (75°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Big Sur in May is 17°C (62°F). The average temperature is 15°C (58°F) in the previous month and 19°C (66°F) in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Big Sur in May is 12°C (54°F). The minimum temperature is 10°C (50°F) in the previous month and 15°C (58°F) in the next month.
The days in May are longer than the previous month and the days continue to get marginally longer into June. May has slightly more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise slightly into June. During May the average day light hours are 14.1 per day in Big Sur. The sunshine percentage is 69.5% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.8hrs making the days long and bright.
The ultraviolet index in Big Sur in May is typically 9.9 during May. An ultraviolet index reading of 8 to 10 indicates a very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 15 minutes. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Big Sur in May is 13.3°C (55.9°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.
May weather is marginally drier than the previous month and rainfall continues to drop slightly into June. May has fewer days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop into June. The average total rainfall in Big Sur in May is 1.5cm (0.6inches) and on average there are 3.9 rainy days in May making it a very dry time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Big Sur in May is 13°C (55°F) which is very comfortable. The dew point is 11°C (52°F) in the previous month and 15°C (15°F) in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Big Sur in May is typically 87.8%. The maximum relative humidity is 89% in the previous month and 87.9% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Big Sur in May is typically 69.5%. The average relative humidity is 70.7% in the previous month and 69.5% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Big Sur in May is typically 27KM/H (17MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 27KM/H (17MPH) in the previous month and 27KM/H (16MPH) in the next month.
The average wind speed in Big Sur in May is typically 11KM/H (7MPH). The average wind speed is 11KM/H (7MPH) in the previous month and 11KM/H (7MPH) in the next month.
The average wind direction in Big Sur in May is from the West-Northwest.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
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