Sea Temperature in Palo Alto in May

Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Pacific Ocean in Palo Alto in May. Historical daily data. Climate details for May. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Palo Alto. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.

Water Temperature Range in Palo Alto in May

48°F

MINIMUN

55°F

AVERAGE

63°F

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in May in Palo Alto

Water Temperature Chart for Pacific Ocean in Palo Alto in May

Sea Temperature Table in Palo Alto in May Over the Past Years

Day	2024	2023	2022	Average
May 1	57°C	52°C	52°C	53°C
May 2	55°C	55°C	57°C	55°C
May 3	55°C	55°C	57°C	55°C
May 4	57°C	55°C	57°C	55°C
May 5	55°C	52°C	52°C	53°C
May 6	55°C	48°C	54°C	52°C
May 7	57°C	54°C	50°C	53°C
May 8	57°C	54°C	48°C	53°C
May 9	61°C	52°C	52°C	55°C
May 10	61°C	50°C	48°C	53°C
May 11	61°C	48°C	48°C	52°C
May 12	61°C	48°C	55°C	55°C
May 13	61°C	48°C	52°C	53°C
May 14	61°C	57°C	50°C	55°C
May 15	61°C	52°C	57°C	56°C
May 16	61°C	48°C	54°C	54°C
May 17	61°C	48°C	55°C	54°C
May 18	61°C	57°C	52°C	56°C
May 19	61°C	52°C	55°C	55°C
May 20	59°C	52°C	55°C	55°C
May 21	59°C	48°C	57°C	55°C
May 22	59°C	48°C	57°C	55°C
May 23	59°C	57°C	54°C	57°C
May 24	59°C	48°C	57°C	55°C
May 25	61°C	55°C	48°C	55°C
May 26	61°C	54°C	55°C	56°C
May 27	61°C	54°C	54°C	55°C
May 28	57°C	50°C	50°C	53°C
May 29	55°C	48°C	52°C	52°C
May 30	55°C	52°C	50°C	53°C

Palo Alto Climate and Swimming Opportunities in May

66°F

Average Day Air Temperature

52°F

Average Night Air Temperature

0 in

Precipitation Amount per Month

3 days

Number of Rainy Days

14 hrs

Daylight
per Day

11 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

9 mph

Average Wind Speed

66%

Average
humidity

Palo Alto lies within the California in United States. The average daytime temperature in Palo Alto in May is 67°F (19°C), while the nighttime average is 52°F (11°C). There are typically three rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 0.3 inches (8 mm). The daylight duration in May in Palo Alto is 14 hours, with an average of 11 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in May is 9 mph (14 km/h), and the humidity level is around 66%.

The water temperature in Palo Alto in May ranges from 52°F to 55°F (11°C to 13°C). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 54°F (12°C), shifting to 54°F (12°C) by mid-May and reaching 55°F (13°C) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Palo Alto for May is 54°F (12°C). Ideal conditions for a refreshing swim, though some may still find it a bit cool.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in May in Palo Alto

What is the sea temperature in Palo Alto in May?

The water temperature in the Pacific Ocean in Palo Alto in May ranges from 52°F to 55°F (11°C to 13°C).

Is it possible to swim in the Pacific Ocean in Palo Alto in May?

The average sea temperature in Palo Alto in May is 54°F (12°C), and the air temperature is 67°F (19°C), so ideal conditions for a refreshing swim, though some may still find it a bit cool.