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Cannon Beach in May
Cannon Beach warms up: highs climb to 60°F (15°C), from 54°F in April, with lows of 48°F (9°C) and about 3.3 in (83 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 74/100, 5th of 12.
- Avg high
- 60°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 48°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 3.3 in (83 mm)
- Humidity
- 85%
- Cloud cover
- 68%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 44 min
- Comfort score
- 74/100 · Good
What May feels like
Days are mild at around 60°F (15°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Lows average 48°F (9°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.3 in (83 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around May
May sits mid-table; the best months are June – September.
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 3°C (5°F) from April.
- Comfort improves from 56/100 in April to 74/100.
- May sits inside the May – Sep window our Oregon Coast Hideaways route recommends.
What to pack for May
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 48°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.3 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Cannon Beach in May
May is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Ecola State Park
Forested headland with ocean viewpoints over Indian Beach and Tillamook Rock Lighthouse.
Why now May scores 74/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Sea Level Bakery + Coffee
Bakery-café for croissants, scones and coffee before a beach walk.
Why now Highs near 60°F and 3.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Oswald West State Park
Rainforest trail down to Short Sand Beach, a surf cove between headlands.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Neahkahnie Mountain Trail
Switchback climb to a summit with views down the coast to Nehalem Bay.
Cannon Beach Gallery
Nonprofit gallery of the Cannon Beach Arts Association showing regional artists.
Nearby in May
- Astoria in May~21 mi · highs 60°F, 3.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Portland in May~67 mi · highs 66°F, 3.1 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Yachats in May~109 mi · highs 56°F, 2.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, drier
- Olympic NP in May~133 mi · highs 48°F, 3.4 in rain · 6°C (12°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~165 m to Cannon Beach's ~12 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Cannon Beach in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Cannon Beach?
It's middling, scoring 74/100. The best months are June – September, at up to 97. Expect highs of 60°F (15°C) and 3.3 in (83 mm) of rain. May is inside the May – Sep window our Oregon Coast Hideaways route recommends.
How cold is Cannon Beach in May?
Average highs are 60°F (15°C) and average lows 48°F (9°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Cannon Beach in May?
Some: about 3.3 in (83 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 70.2 in (1782 mm).
What should I pack for Cannon Beach in May?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 48°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.3 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Cannon Beach
Routes in season in May
- Oregon Coast Hideaways May – Sep
Planning Cannon Beach in May?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.