Late spring · Weather & things to do
San Simeon in May
San Simeon edges warmer than April, with highs of 57°F (14°C), lows of 48°F (9°C) and about 0.5 in (13 mm) of rain.
It scores 78/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 57°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 48°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 0.5 in (13 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 53 min
- Comfort score
- 78/100 · Great
What May feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 57°F (14°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 48°F (9°C).
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.5 in (13 mm) of rain.
Plan around May
May is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (August – November).
- Comfort improves from 75/100 in April to 78/100.
- May sits inside the Apr – Oct window our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends.
What to pack for May
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 48°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in San Simeon in May
May is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Fiscalini Ranch Preserve
Bluff trail and Monterey pine forest on the edge of Cambria.
Why now May scores 78/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Hearst Ranch Winery
Tasting room in the historic Sebastian's building across from the beach.
Piedras Blancas Light Station
Guided tours of an 1875 lighthouse and its restored grounds.
William Randolph Hearst Memorial State Beach
Calm cove beach and pier below Hearst Castle, good for picnics and kayaking.
Why now Highs near 57°F and 0.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Robin's Restaurant
Garden-patio restaurant in Cambria with global, seasonal plates.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in May
- Big Sur in May~54 mi · highs 62°F, 0.6 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Monterey & Carmel in May~75 mi · highs 62°F, 0.6 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Solvang in May~95 mi · highs 71°F, 0.4 in rain · 8°C (14°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Santa Barbara in May~121 mi · highs 73°F, 0.4 in rain · 8°C (15°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~84 m to San Simeon's ~452 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.
San Simeon in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit San Simeon?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 78/100 against a best of 89 in August – November. Expect highs of 57°F (14°C) and 0.5 in (13 mm) of rain. May is inside the Apr – Oct window our Pacific Coast Highway route recommends.
How cold is San Simeon in May?
Average highs are 57°F (14°C) and average lows 48°F (9°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in San Simeon in May?
Not much: about 0.5 in (13 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 15.2 in (387 mm).
What should I pack for San Simeon in May?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 48°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on San Simeon
Routes in season in May
- Pacific Coast Highway Apr – Oct
Planning San Simeon in May?
Share this May plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.