May weather forecast
Alpine Meadows, CA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Alpine Meadows, is a mild month, with an average temperature varying between 57.7°F (14.3°C) and 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

Alpine Meadows perceives a slight temperature ascent during May, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) in April to a moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C). Alpine Meadows, in the heat of May, registers a significant plunge to a mean of 35.6°F (2°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 64%.

Rainfall

In Alpine Meadows, during May, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Alpine Meadows, California, there are 62.8 rainfall days, and 20.47" (520mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Alpine Meadows are January through June, September through December. In Alpine Meadows, in May, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 6.34" (161mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Alpine Meadows, there are 75.2 snowfall days, and 112.83" (2866mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Alpine Meadows, California, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, in Alpine Meadows, California, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:20 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Alpine Meadows, the average sunshine in May is 11h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Alpine Meadows, California, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in May translates into the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Alpine Meadows in May?

Alpine Meadows in May has an average high-temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Alpine Meadows?

In Alpine Meadows, the average relative humidity in May is 64%.

How many days does it rain in May in Alpine Meadows?

In Alpine Meadows, in May, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in May in Alpine Meadows?

In May, in Alpine Meadows, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout May, 6.34" (161mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Alpine Meadows have in May?

The average day length in May in Alpine Meadows is 14h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Alpine Meadows?

On the first day of May in Alpine Meadows, California, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:20 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Alpine Meadows have in May?

In Alpine Meadows, California, the average sunshine duration in May is 11h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Alpine Meadows?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Alpine Meadows, CA

Average temperature in May - Alpine Meadows, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 35.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Alpine Meadows, CA

Average pressure in May - Alpine Meadows, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Alpine Meadows, CA

Average wind speed in May - Alpine Meadows, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Alpine Meadows, CA

Average humidity in May - Alpine Meadows, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (40%).

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Average rainfall in May
Alpine Meadows, CA

Average rainfall in May - Alpine Meadows, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in May
Alpine Meadows, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Alpine Meadows, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Alpine Meadows, CA

Average snowfall in May - Alpine Meadows, CA
  • Average snowfall in May: 6.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (25.98").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Alpine Meadows, CA

Average snowfall days in May - Alpine Meadows, CA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 4.9 days

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

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Alpine Meadows, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Alpine Meadows, CA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 0min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Alpine Meadows, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Alpine Meadows, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14 days).

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Average UV index in May
Alpine Meadows, CA

Average UV index in May - Alpine Meadows, CA
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Alpine Meadows, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Alpine Meadows, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in May
Alpine Meadows, CA

Average visibility in May - Alpine Meadows, CA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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