Typical Weather in San Luis Obispo, CA in May

72° F Avg High

48° F Avg Low

1 Rainy Days

☀️ Temperature Summary

While still warm, May is one of the cooler months of the year for San Luis Obispo, with highs averaging around 72°F. Lows overnight are typically around 48°F. Daily high temperatures can range between 72°F and 75°F, and typically fall throughout the month.

The warm, dry temperatures in May make San Luis Obispo a great destination to relax and soak up the sun.

High Temps Throughout the Year

☔ Rain Summary

In May you can expect close to a 3% chance of rain for any given day. It rains less than usual in May, with total rainfall for the month typically near 0 inches.

Rainfall Throughout the Year

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📍 Nearby Cities in May

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📅 Year Round Weather in San Luis Obispo

66°F / 43°F
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70°F / 46°F
72°F / 48°F
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71°F / 47°F
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