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
As Elko transitions into May, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in April to a refreshing 62.1°F (16.7°C). During the nights in May, the temperature in Elko averages to a cold 41.2°F (5.1°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Elko is 45%.Rainfall
In Elko, in May, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elko, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.1 days and collects up to 10.28" (261mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Elko. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Elko aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 53 snowfall days, and 30.28" (769mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 8:08 pm PDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Elko is 11.2h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Elko is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 4 during May translates into the following guidance:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Elko in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Elko?
How many days does it rain in May in Elko?
What is the last month it snows in Elko?
What is the average length of the day in May in Elko?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Elko?
How long on average sun shines in May in Elko?
How high is the UV index in May in Elko?
Average temperature in May
Elko, NV
- Average high temperature in May: 62.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 41.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Elko, NV
- Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.26"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Elko, NV
- Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Elko, NV
- Average humidity in May: 45%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (26%).
Average rainfall in May
Elko, NV
- Average rainfall in May: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.35").
Average rainfall days in May
Elko, NV
- Average rainfall days in May: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Elko, NV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Elko, NV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elko, NV
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Elko, NV
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Elko, NV
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Elko, NV
- Average cloud cover in May: 23
The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).
Average visibility in May
Elko, NV
- 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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