Berkeley in May
8.5out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 21°C. Very dry: about 3 rainy days.
21°CAvg high
11°CAvg low
3Rainy days (17 mm)
14:03 hDaylight
06:04Sunrise · 20:07 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 21°C
- Very dry: about 3 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (3.0 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C | 6°C | 93 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.5 |
| February | 16°C | 8°C | 97 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.8 |
| March | 18°C | 9°C | 73 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.2 |
| April | 19°C | 9°C | 35 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.0 |
| May | 21°C | 11°C | 17 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.5 |
| June | 23°C | 12°C | 4 mm | 1 | – | – | 9.0 |
| July | 24°C | 13°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| August | 24°C | 13°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| September | 25°C | 13°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.0 |
| October | 23°C | 11°C | 21 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| November | 18°C | 9°C | 46 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.7 |
| December | 14°C | 7°C | 87 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.6 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Berkeley in May?
Daytime highs average 21°C and nights about 11°C.
When is the best time to visit Berkeley?
The best months are July, August, June, September.