May weather forecast
Winnemucca, NV

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Weather in May

May in Winnemucca marks the approach of summer with significantly warmer temperatures. The average high steadily climbs to 66.9°F (19.4°C) and the average low increases to 46.9°F (8.3°C), signifying a complete transition from the winter weather. Snowfall now becomes almost negligible, recorded at 0.04" (1mm) over the span of 0.3 days. Sunshine dominates more than half of the total daylight hours, paving the way for balmy afternoons. The wind speed moderates, providing occasional relief from the heat.

Temperature

May's arrival sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from April's mild 57.4°F (14.1°C) to a comfortable 66.9°F (19.4°C). An average low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) marks the month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 38%.

Rainfall

In Winnemucca, during May, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 77.6 rainfall days, and 7.64" (194mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Winnemucca. May is the last month it regularly snows in Winnemucca. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Winnemucca aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Winnemucca, during the entire year, snow falls for 33 days and aggregates up to 17.72" (450mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:16 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Winnemucca, the average sunshine in May is 11.4h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In Winnemucca, 66.9°F (19.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 46.9°F (8.3°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Winnemucca, the average relative humidity in May is 38%.

How many days does it rain in May in Winnemucca?

In Winnemucca, in May, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Winnemucca aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 8:16 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Winnemucca, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Winnemucca, NV

Average temperature in May - Winnemucca, NV
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Winnemucca, NV

Average pressure in May - Winnemucca, NV
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Winnemucca, NV

Average wind speed in May - Winnemucca, NV
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Winnemucca, NV

Average humidity in May - Winnemucca, NV
  • Average humidity in May: 38%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (21%).

Average rainfall in May
Winnemucca, NV

Average rainfall in May - Winnemucca, NV
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.63"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and December (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.16").

Average rainfall days in May
Winnemucca, NV

Average rainfall days in May - Winnemucca, NV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Winnemucca, NV

Average snowfall in May - Winnemucca, NV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Winnemucca, NV

Average snowfall days in May - Winnemucca, NV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Winnemucca, NV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Winnemucca, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Winnemucca, NV

Average sunshine days in May - Winnemucca, NV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (16.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Winnemucca, NV

Average UV index in May - Winnemucca, NV
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Winnemucca, NV

Average cloud cover in May - Winnemucca, NV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 21

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in May
Winnemucca, NV

Average visibility in May - Winnemucca, NV
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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