May Weather in Riverside

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Riverside, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 18°C (65°F). Highs can soar to 31°C (88°F), while lows may dip to 3°C (38°F). Typically, the humidity level in Riverside throughout May hovers around 81%.

3°C (38°F)

Minimum temperature

18°C (65°F)

Average temperature

31°C (88°F)

Maximum temperature

81%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Riverside averages 122 mm (4.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 14 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 23 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 5 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 32% probability of sunny days during this period.

122 mm (4.8 inches)

Precipitation

14 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 5 minutes

Sunshine hours

32%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Riverside reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 3 5 7 9 10 10 9 7 4 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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