Chico in May
8.4out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C. Some rain: about 5 rainy days.
28°CAvg high
13°CAvg low
5Rainy days (48 mm)
14:11 hDaylight
05:58Sunrise · 20:09 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C
- Some rain: about 5 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.4 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Shorts or a light skirt
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.4 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. 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 | 5°C | 185 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.8 |
| February | 16°C | 6°C | 178 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.4 |
| March | 19°C | 7°C | 149 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.9 |
| April | 22°C | 9°C | 74 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| May | 28°C | 13°C | 48 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| June | 33°C | 17°C | 14 mm | 2 | – | – | 7.7 |
| July | 36°C | 20°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.0 |
| August | 35°C | 18°C | 2 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.3 |
| September | 33°C | 16°C | 8 mm | 1 | – | – | 7.9 |
| October | 26°C | 11°C | 51 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| November | 18°C | 7°C | 105 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.3 |
| December | 14°C | 5°C | 202 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Chico in May?
Daytime highs average 28°C and nights about 13°C.
When is the best time to visit Chico?
The best months are October, May, April.