May is a warm and very dry time for sunbathing in Oceanside. May is a good month for swimming in Oceanside with warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Oceanside in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
The average maximum temperature in Oceanside in May is 22°. The average maximum temperature is 20° in the previous month and 23° in the next month.
The average temperature in Oceanside in May is 18°. The average temperature ranges is 15° in the previous month and 19° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Oceanside in May is 13°. The minimum temperature is 9° in the previous month and 15° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Oceanside in May are 13.9 and there are 8.7 hours of sunshine per day on average during May making it a sunny month with few clouds.
The ultraviolet index in Oceanside in May is typically 11 during May. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. 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 Oceanside in May is 22.8° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.
The average total rainfall in Oceanside in May is 6.8cm and on average there are 3.2 rainy days in May making it a very dry time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Oceanside in May is 13° which is comfortable for everyone. The dew point is 12° in the previous month and 15° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Oceanside in May is typically 87.2%. The maximum relative humidity is 90% in the previous month and 89.6% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Oceanside in May is typically 71.4%. The average relative humidity is 71.4% in the previous month and 75.8% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Oceanside in May is typically 23kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 22kmh in the previous month and 21kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Oceanside in May is typically 7kmh. The average wind speed is 7kmh in the previous month and 7kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Oceanside in May is from the West-Southwest.
