May weather forecast
Lee Vining, CA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Lee Vining, is a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 53.8°F (12.1°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, a change in temperatures is observed, with average highs moving from a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). In Lee Vining, the nighttime temperature averages to a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C) during May.

Humidity

In Lee Vining, the average relative humidity in May is 56%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout May, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lee Vining, there are 63.4 rainfall days, and 15.71" (399mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In May, in Lee Vining, it is snowing for 6.4 days. Throughout May, 5.87" (149mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 78.5 snowfall days, and 95.63" (2429mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Lee Vining is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of May, in Lee Vining, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:12 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Lee Vining is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Lee Vining?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Lee Vining, is 53.8°F (12.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Lee Vining?

In May, the average relative humidity is 56%.

How many days does it rain in May in Lee Vining?

In Lee Vining, California, during May, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lee Vining in May?

In Lee Vining, in May, during 6.4 snowfall days, 5.87" (149mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lee Vining have in May?

The average day length in May in Lee Vining, California, is 14h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Lee Vining?

On the first day of May in Lee Vining, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:12 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Lee Vining?

In Lee Vining, California, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Lee Vining?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Lee Vining, CA

Average temperature in May - Lee Vining, CA
  • Average high temperature in May: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Lee Vining, CA

Average pressure in May - Lee Vining, CA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Lee Vining, CA

Average wind speed in May - Lee Vining, CA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Lee Vining, CA

Average humidity in May - Lee Vining, CA
  • Average humidity in May: 56%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (34%).

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Average rainfall in May
Lee Vining, CA

Average rainfall in May - Lee Vining, CA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in May
Lee Vining, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Lee Vining, CA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (8.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Lee Vining, CA

Average snowfall in May - Lee Vining, CA
  • Average snowfall in May: 5.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (17.87").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Lee Vining, CA

Average snowfall days in May - Lee Vining, CA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.5 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
Lee Vining, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lee Vining, CA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Lee Vining, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Lee Vining, CA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14 days).

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Average UV index in May
Lee Vining, CA

Average UV index in May - Lee Vining, 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, April, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Lee Vining, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Lee Vining, CA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 19

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 29).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in May
Lee Vining, CA

Average visibility in May - Lee Vining, CA
  • 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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