Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The start of May brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from April's chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) to a moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C). Tahoe City records a consistent low-temperature average of 35.6°F (2°C) during May, indicating a significant difference from the daytime heat.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 64%.Rainfall
In Tahoe City, in May, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 62.8 rainfall days, and 20.47" (520mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Tahoe City, during May, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.34" (161mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Tahoe City, there are 75.2 snowfall days, and 112.83" (2866mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Tahoe City, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:20 pm PDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 11h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index reading in May?
Average temperature in May
Tahoe City, CA
- Average high temperature in May: 57.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 35.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (22.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Tahoe City, CA
- Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Tahoe City, CA
- Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Tahoe City, CA
- Average humidity in May: 64%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (40%).
Average rainfall in May
Tahoe City, CA
- Average rainfall in May: 1.85"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.24").
Average rainfall days in May
Tahoe City, CA
- Average rainfall days in May: 10.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Tahoe City, CA
- Average snowfall in May: 6.34"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (25.98").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Tahoe City, CA
- Average snowfall days in May: 4.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Tahoe City, CA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Tahoe City, CA
- Average sunshine days in May: 16.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14 days).
Average UV index in May
Tahoe City, CA
- Average UV index in May: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Tahoe City, CA
- Average cloud cover in May: 25
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 7).
Average visibility in May
Tahoe City, CA
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
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