May weather forecast
Placerville, ID

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Placerville, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between min 41.5°F (5.3°C) and max 64.8°F (18.2°C).

Temperature

Placerville in May shows a temperature shift, moving from an average high of a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in April to a comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C). Nightly average temperatures in May reveal a significant dip from daytime highs in Placerville, registering a consistent a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

In Placerville, the average relative humidity in May is 56%.

Rainfall

In Placerville, in May, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Placerville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.4 days and collects up to 19.84" (504mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, October through December. In May, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout May, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated. In Placerville, during the entire year, snow falls for 79.1 days and aggregates up to 88.94" (2259mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 46min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 9:19 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Placerville, the average sunshine in May is 10.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In Placerville, 64.8°F (18.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 41.5°F (5.3°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Placerville, the average relative humidity in May is 56%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Placerville, in May, during 14.2 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in May?

In May, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout May, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Placerville have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 9:19 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Placerville have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Placerville, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Placerville, ID

Average temperature in May - Placerville, ID
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Placerville, ID

Average pressure in May - Placerville, ID
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Placerville, ID

Average wind speed in May - Placerville, ID
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Placerville, ID

Average humidity in May - Placerville, ID
  • Average humidity in May: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (33%).

Average rainfall in May
Placerville, ID

Average rainfall in May - Placerville, ID
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31").

Average rainfall days in May
Placerville, ID

Average rainfall days in May - Placerville, ID
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Placerville, ID

Average snowfall in May - Placerville, ID
  • Average snowfall in May: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (20.59").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Placerville, ID

Average snowfall days in May - Placerville, ID
  • Average snowfall days in May: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Placerville, ID

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Placerville, ID
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 4min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Placerville, ID

Average sunshine days in May - Placerville, ID
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Placerville, ID

Average UV index in May - Placerville, ID
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Placerville, ID

Average cloud cover in May - Placerville, ID
  • Average cloud cover in May: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in May
Placerville, ID

Average visibility in May - Placerville, ID
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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