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Compton, CA Weather on May 15
May 15th in Compton, CA typically brings pleasant spring weather, with average highs around 72°F and lows near 59°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 15th was in 2014 (84°F average), while the coldest was 1980 (60°F) — a 24°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 5% of May 15th dates historically. The last decade has been 1.1°F cooler on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 15
Planning for May 15th in Compton, CA? Great weather for outdoor activities.
May 15 Weather Records for Compton
- •The all-time record high for May 15th in Compton, CA is 99°F, set in 2014.
- •The coldest May 15th on record dropped to 52°F in 1984.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on May 15th in 1 of the last 55 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 15 ever in Compton?
The warmest May 15 in Compton, CA reached 99°F in 2014. That is 27°F above the long-term average high of 72°F.
What was the coldest May 15 ever in Compton?
The coldest May 15 in Compton, CA dropped to 52°F in 1984. That is 7°F below the long-term average low of 59°F.
What is the average temperature on May 15 in Compton?
On May 15, Compton averages a high of 72°F and a low of 59°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from HAWTHORNE MUNI AP.
How many years of weather data are available for May 15 in Compton?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 15 in Compton, CA, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
May 15 Weather History in Compton
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 69°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 65°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 70°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 80°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 68°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 74°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 66°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 68°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 65°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 71°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 67°F | 56°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2014 | 99°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 71°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 70°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 66°F | 54°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 2010 | 66°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 70°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 84°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 68°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 74°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 78°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 77°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 66°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 69°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 68°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 69°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 66°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 74°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 84°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 77°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 68°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 69°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 86°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 74°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 80°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 71°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 66°F | 58°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1988 | 68°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 67°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 71°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 67°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 70°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 69°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 76°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 70°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 69°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 71°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 79°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 69°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 70°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 68°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 67°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 76°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 68°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 71°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: HAWTHORNE MUNI AP
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Compton, CA, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.