May weather forecast
Tahoe City, CA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Tahoe City, is a mild month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 57.7°F (14.3°C) and an average low of 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

A subtle rise in the average high-temperature is observed during May, adjusting from a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) in April to a mild 57.7°F (14.3°C). From the heights of the May heat, Tahoe City records a mean nighttime low of 35.6°F (2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 64%.

Rainfall

In Tahoe City, in May, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tahoe City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 62.8 days and collects up to 20.47" (520mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of May in Tahoe City, 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.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Tahoe City, California, is 3. 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 average daily UV index of 3 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Tahoe City?

May temperatures in Tahoe City vary between a high-temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C) and a low-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Tahoe City?

The average relative humidity in May in Tahoe City is 64%.

How much does it rain in Tahoe City in May?

In Tahoe City, in May, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Tahoe City in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Tahoe City have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Tahoe City?

On the first day of May, 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 long on average sun shines in May in Tahoe City?

The average sunshine duration in May in Tahoe City is 11h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Tahoe City?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Tahoe City, CA

Average temperature in May - Tahoe City, 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
Tahoe City, CA

Average pressure in May - Tahoe City, 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
Tahoe City, CA

Average wind speed in May - Tahoe City, 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
Tahoe City, CA

Average humidity in May - Tahoe City, 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
Tahoe City, CA

Average rainfall in May - Tahoe City, 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
Tahoe City, CA

Average rainfall days in May - Tahoe City, 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
Tahoe City, CA

Average snowfall in May - Tahoe City, 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
Tahoe City, CA

Average snowfall days in May - Tahoe City, 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
Tahoe City, CA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Tahoe City, 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
Tahoe City, CA

Average sunshine days in May - Tahoe City, 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
Tahoe City, CA

Average UV index in May - Tahoe City, 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
Tahoe City, CA

Average cloud cover in May - Tahoe City, 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
Tahoe City, CA

Average visibility in May - Tahoe City, 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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