Los Angeles · May
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 77°F, dipping to 56°F at night. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
Avg high / low
77° / 56°F
Humidity
65%
Rain days
5/mo
Wind
11 mph
What May feels like in Los Angeles
Sunrise
05:51
Mid-month average
Sunset
19:48
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Los Angeles in May
The kit for May in Los Angeles: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit.
May vs the surrounding months
vs April
0° avg high
+1 rain days
Los Angeles in April →
May
77°F avg high
5 rain days
Best: morning
vs June
-7° avg high
+3 rain days
Los Angeles in June →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Los Angeles in May?+
Morning. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
What's the average temperature in Los Angeles in May?+
Average high 77°F, average low 56°F.
How does May compare to surrounding months in Los Angeles?+
Compared to April (avg high 76°F), May is warmer. Compared to June (avg high 83°F), May is cooler.
Does it rain often in Los Angeles in May?+
Expect about 5 measurable rain days in May, on average.