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Visiting Morro Bay, United States in May

The weather in May is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into June. May has average maximum temperatures of 23°C (73°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 73% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.2hrs making the days very long and bright. It is a great time for sunbathing in Morro Bay.

May has total rainfall of 1.2cm (0.5inches) making it extremely dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free. There are just 2.9 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 15°C (59°F). May is too cold for swimming in Morro Bay for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in May is slightly warmer than the previous month.

Consider visiting Morro Bay in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.

Can you sunbathe in Morro Bay in May?

Yes, May is a great time for sunbathing in Morro Bay.

May has average maximum temperatures of 23°C (73°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 73% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.2hrs making the days very long and bright. May has total rainfall of 1.2cm (0.5inches) making it extremely dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free. There are just 2.9 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.

Can you swim in Morro Bay in May?

No, May is too cold for swimming in Morro Bay for any length of time, with the sea water at 15°C (59°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about May sea temperatures.

Is May a good time to holiday in Morro Bay?

Yes, May is a good time for a holiday in Morro Bay.

May has average maximum temperatures of 23°C (73°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 73% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.2hrs making the days very long and bright. May has total rainfall of 1.2cm (0.5inches) making it extremely dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free. There are just 2.9 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 great time for sunbathing in Morro Bay. Sea temperatures are a cold 15°C (59°F). May is too cold for swimming in Morro Bay for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the May temperatures and sunshine.

Is Morro Bay warm in May?

Yes, Morro Bay is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days in May.

The average maximum temperature in Morro Bay in May is 23°C (73°F). The average maximum temperature is 21°C (69°) in the previous month and 24°C (75°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Morro Bay in May is 16°C (60°F). The average temperature is 14°C (57°F) in the previous month and 17°C (63°F) in the next month.

More info about the May temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Morro Bay in May?

The average day light hours per day in Morro Bay in May are 14. The sunshine percentage is 73% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.2hrs making the days very long and bright.

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Temperature in Morro Bay in May

The weather in May is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into June. The average maximum temperature in Morro Bay in May is 23°C (73°F). The average maximum temperature is 21°C (69°F) in the previous month and 24°C (75°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Morro Bay in May is 16°C (60°F). The average temperature is 14°C (57°F) in the previous month and 17°C (63°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Morro Bay in May is 10°C (49°F). The minimum temperature is 8°C (47°F) in the previous month and 11°C (52°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Morro Bay in May

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 into June. During May the average day light hours are 14 per day in Morro Bay. The sunshine percentage is 73% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.2hrs making the days very long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Morro Bay in May is typically 10.4 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.

Sea Temperature in Morro Bay in May

The average sea water temperature in Morro Bay in May is 15°C (59°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. The sea temperature in May is slightly warmer than the previous month.

Rainfall in Morro Bay in May

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 slightly into June. The average total rainfall in Morro Bay in May is 1.2cm (0.5inches) and on average there are 2.9 rainy days in May making it a very dry time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Morro Bay in May

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Morro Bay in May is 11°C (51°F) which is very comfortable. The dew point is 10°C (50°F) in the previous month and 12°C (12°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Morro Bay in May is typically 90.8%. The maximum relative humidity is 91.7% in the previous month and 91.4% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Morro Bay in May is typically 71.5%. The average relative humidity is 72.8% in the previous month and 72.7% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Morro Bay in May

The average maximum wind speed in Morro Bay in May is typically 32KM/H (20MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 31KM/H (19MPH) in the previous month and 30KM/H (19MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Morro Bay in May is typically 11KM/H (7MPH). The average wind speed is 10KM/H (6MPH) in the previous month and 10KM/H (6MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Morro Bay in May is from the West-Northwest.

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