May is an ideal time to visit Palm Springs if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +90°F and about 22 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 3 mm of precipitation over an average of 3 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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+90°F
Avg. max. temperature
+48°F
Min.
+113°F
Max.
3 mm
Total precipitation
39%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
22 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Palm Springs has great weather in May.
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Average temperature in Palm Springs in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Palm Springs for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +102°F during the day to a minimum of +54°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +91°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 30% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +99°F to +84°F.
Is Palm Springs warm or cold in May?
Palm Springs is typically hot in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +82°F to +90°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +59°F to +64°F.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Palm Springs:
Climate in Palm Springs in May
Palm Springs weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+82°F
+90°F
+99°F
Min. temperature
+37°F
+48°F
+50°F
Max. temperature
+106°F
+113°F
+122°F
Rainfall
9 mm
3 mm
1 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
39%
39%
33%
Air pressure
1012 HPa
1010 HPa
1009 HPa
Sunny days
19
22
25
Cloudy days
7
6
3
Rainy days
4
3
2
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 +82°F to +90°F during the day.As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 9 mm to 3 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 39%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 2 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 19 to 22.
Next month (June) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Palm Springs in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Palm Springs is gradually increasing during May, going from 5 m/s to 8 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Palm Springs based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 6% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 3 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 1 mm, which is considered light rain.Palm Springs is amazing in May with as little as 2 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Palm Springs wettest month is February, where a typical day has a 25% chance of precipitation and 41 mm of rainfall per day. June, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Palm Springs?
This is the weather in Palm Springs in May 2024:
1 May
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+99°F
2 May
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+77°F
3 May
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+76°F
4 May
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+73°F
5 May
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+75°F
6 May
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+82°F
7 May
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+84°F
8 May
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+87°F
9 May
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+85°F
10 May
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+84°F
11 May
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+89°F
12 May
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+99°F
13 May
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+102°F
14 May
☀️
+100°F
15 May
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+98°F
16 May
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+103°F
17 May
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+103°F
18 May
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+101°F
19 May
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+99°F
20 May
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+97°F
21 May
☀️
+100°F
22 May
☀️
+97°F
23 May
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+99°F
24 May
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+95°F
25 May
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+92°F
26 May
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+89°F
27 May
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+92°F
28 May
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+92°F
29 May
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+91°F
30 May
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+86°F
31 May
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+84°F
In May 2024 Palm Springs had 31 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +91°F, with an absolute maximum of +102°F and a minimum of +73°F. The average humidity was 36%, with a maximum of 64% and a minimum of 9%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Palm Springs climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Palm Springs in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1982 (+81°F) and the highest in 2020 (+91°F). The driest year was 2002 with only 57 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1983 with 427 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Palm Springs in May:
Is May a good time to visit Palm Springs?
Yes, May is a great time to go to Palm Springs, 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 Palm Springs.
Can you sunbathe in Palm Springs in May?
Absolutely, May is hot in Palm Springs. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Palm Springs rainy in May?
Palm Springs is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Palm Springs in May?
Yes, Palm Springs is sunny in May. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Palm Springs, 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.
