May weather forecast
Nevada, USA

May in Nevada marks the transition from spring to the beginnings of summer. With temperatures climbing further, the state begins to experience the warmer weather characteristic of the approaching hot season.

In the southern area, such as Las Vegas, daytime highs reach around 88°F (31.1°C), with nighttime lows of 60°F (15.6°C). In the northern regions, temperatures fluctuate between highs of 75°F (23.9°C) and lows of 40°F (4.4°C). The warmth is felt throughout the state, though the north remains cooler than the south.

Snowfall is virtually non-existent in May, and even the northern parts of the state do not experience significant snow. Rainfall continues to be scarce, in line with Nevada's predominantly arid climate. However, sporadic rain showers might occur in various regions.

When comparing May to April, the rise in temperature is evident, indicating a clear shift towards summer. The increase is more pronounced in the southern areas, where the heat starts to intensify. As the state moves into June, temperatures continue to climb, setting the stage for the hot and dry summer typical of Nevada.

May's weather in Nevada highlights the change from the mild spring to the warmer pre-summer conditions. The state experiences increased warmth and continues the trend of dry weather, with the southern regions leading the way towards the hot season.

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• Las Vegas - May »
  On the first day of May in Las Vegas sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. In Las Vegas snow does not fall in March through November.
• Henderson - May »
  In Henderson snow does not fall in January, March through December. What is the last month it rains in Henderson?
• Reno - May »
  In Reno, Nevada, during May, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. In Reno during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.7 days and collects up to 9.29" (236mm) of precipitation.
• North Las Vegas - May »
  On the first day of May in North Las Vegas sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. In North Las Vegas during May, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.
• Boulder City - May »
  May is the last month it rains in Boulder City, Nevada. On the last day of May, in Boulder City, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 7:49 pm PDT.
• Fallon - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Fallon is May, when the rain falls for 7.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. On the first day of May in Fallon sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:48 pm.
• Yerington - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Yerington is May, when the rain falls for 8.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. On the last day of the month, in Yerington, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:15 pm PDT.
• Carlin - May »
  During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Carlin aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Carlin aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.
• Lovelock - May »
  On the first day of May in Lovelock sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. In Lovelock, during May, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.
• Wells - May »
  In Wells, during the entire year, snow falls for 53 days and aggregates up to 30.28" (769mm) of snow. In Wells, during May, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.
• Virginia City - May »
  On the first day of May in Virginia City sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. In Virginia City, during May, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.
• Fernley - May »
  On the first day of May in Fernley sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. As May begins in Fernley, Nevada, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 60.1°F (15.6°C) in April to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C).