May weather forecast
West Wendover, NV

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A dramatic landscape engulfing the scenic West Wendover town in Nevada, with a clear far view of the iconic Bonneville Salt Flats
A dramatic landscape engulfing the scenic West Wendover town in Nevada, with a clear far view of the iconic Bonneville Salt Flats

Weather in May

As summer sets in, the temperature in West Wendover rises significantly, reaching a peak of 68.5°F (20.3°C). The first hints of summer heat can be felt with sunshine lasting for as long as 14.5 hours. The climatic pendulum swings fully towards summer mode, with rainfall dropping to 0.75" (19mm) during this month. The weather conditions tilt towards heat and humidity, which are more conspicuous in June.

Temperature

May's arrival brings a change in high-temperatures, moving from a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C) in April to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C). During May, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 51.1°F (10.6°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 35%.

Rainfall

In West Wendover, in May, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 92 rainfall days, and 6.97" (177mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 9:01 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in West Wendover, Nevada, is 11.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C) and a low-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In West Wendover, the average relative humidity in May is 35%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout May, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall in West Wendover.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does West Wendover have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 9:01 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Wendover have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in West Wendover, Nevada, is 11.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
West Wendover, NV

Average temperature in May - West Wendover, NV
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in May
West Wendover, NV

Average pressure in May - West Wendover, NV
  • Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.28"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
West Wendover, NV

Average wind speed in May - West Wendover, NV
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
West Wendover, NV

Average humidity in May - West Wendover, NV
  • Average humidity in May: 35%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (23%).

Average rainfall in May
West Wendover, NV

Average rainfall in May - West Wendover, NV
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (0.94").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
West Wendover, NV

Average rainfall days in May - West Wendover, NV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
West Wendover, NV

Average snowfall in May - West Wendover, NV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West Wendover, NV

Average snowfall days in May - West Wendover, NV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Wendover, NV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Wendover, NV
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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 July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Wendover, NV

Average sunshine days in May - West Wendover, NV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.2 days).

Average UV index in May
West Wendover, NV

Average UV index in May - West Wendover, NV
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
West Wendover, NV

Average cloud cover in May - West Wendover, NV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in May
West Wendover, NV

Average visibility in May - West Wendover, NV
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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