May is an ideal time to visit Los Angeles if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +26°C and about 12 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 8 mm of precipitation over an average of 4 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+26°C
Avg. max. temperature
+8°C
Min.
+43°C
Max.
8 mm
Total precipitation
67%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
12 ☀️
Sunny Days
15 ⛅️
Cloudy
4 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Los Angeles has great weather in May.
Average temperature in Los Angeles in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Los Angeles for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +26°C during the day to a minimum of +9°C during the night, the temperature in May averages around +22°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 6% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +19°C to +20°C.
Is Los Angeles warm or cold in May?
Los Angeles is typically warm in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +24°C to +26°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +13°C to +15°C.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Los Angeles:
Water temperature in Los Angeles in May
Water in Los Angeles in May is Fresh. It varies from +14°C to +18°C, with an average of +16°C.The air temperature averaging +26°C is higher than the water temperature.
In May, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Los Angeles are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +20°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +14°C.
Can you swim in Los Angeles in May?
Water temperature (+16°C) in Los Angeles in May might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Los Angeles in May
Los Angeles weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+24°C
+26°C
+29°C
Min. temperature
+5°C
+8°C
+10°C
Max. temperature
+40°C
+43°C
+45°C
Rainfall
21 mm
8 mm
2 mm
Wind
1 m/s
1 m/s
0 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+15°C
+16°C
+18°C
Humidity
64%
67%
67%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1012 HPa
1011 HPa
Sunny days
14
12
15
Cloudy days
11
15
14
Rainy days
5
4
1
Snowy days
0
0
0
May weather is still as great as in April.It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +24°C to +26°C during the day.As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 21 mm to 8 mm.Humidity rises from 64% to 67%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 1 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 14 sunny days in April to 12 in May.
June brings much the same weather, it remains great.
Wind speed in Los Angeles in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 1 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Los Angeles is gradually increasing during May, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Los Angeles based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 16% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 39 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 31 mm, which is moderate rain.On average, there are about 5 rainy days during May, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Los Angeles wettest month is February, where a typical day has a 31% chance of precipitation and 82 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Los Angeles?
This is the weather in Los Angeles in May 2023:
1 May
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+19°C
2 May
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+18°C
3 May
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+18°C
4 May
🌧️
+17°C
5 May
☁️
+19°C
6 May
☀️
+20°C
7 May
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+22°C
8 May
☀️
+22°C
9 May
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+20°C
10 May
☁️
+20°C
11 May
☁️
+22°C
12 May
☀️
+23°C
13 May
☀️
+26°C
14 May
☁️
+26°C
15 May
🌫️
+23°C
16 May
☁️
+26°C
17 May
☀️
+26°C
18 May
☁️
+24°C
19 May
☁️
+23°C
20 May
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+24°C
21 May
☁️
+24°C
22 May
☁️
+23°C
23 May
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+22°C
24 May
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+21°C
25 May
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+20°C
26 May
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+20°C
27 May
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+21°C
28 May
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+20°C
29 May
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+21°C
30 May
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+21°C
31 May
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+20°C
In May 2023 Los Angeles had 8 sunny days, 21 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +22°C, with an absolute maximum of +26°C and a minimum of +17°C. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 49%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 4 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Los Angeles climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Los Angeles in May has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 2023 (+23°C) and the highest in 2015 (+27°C). The driest year was 2007 with only 120 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 998 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Los Angeles in May:
Is May a good time to visit Los Angeles?
Yes, May is a great time to go to Los Angeles, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Los Angeles.
Can you sunbathe in Los Angeles in May?
May is warm in Los Angeles. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Los Angeles in May?
In general, you can swim in Los Angeles in May, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +16°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Los Angeles rainy in May?
Los Angeles is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Los Angeles in May?
The amount of sunny days in Los Angeles during May varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Los Angeles, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
