May weather forecastTruckee, CA
May
Weather in May
In May, the snowfall takes a sharp plunge to 7.01" (178mm) over 4.8 days, significantly thinning the winter blanket. People head outdoors to soak in the sun, embracing the vibrant spring in full swing. The city bears witness to a transformation; frozen landscapes thaw into green parks. The airy breeze adopts a softer tune, inviting residents to engage in outdoor activities. The daylight period further elongates, bringing warmth to this vibrant spring month.Temperature
May marks a minor ascent in the average high-temperature, adjusting from April's chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C) to a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C). Truckee, after an intense day, registers a significant cooling to an average low-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) throughout May.Humidity
In Truckee, the average relative humidity in May is 63%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout May, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Truckee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 60 days and collects up to 24.41" (620mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In May, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout May, 7.01" (178mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 82.8 snowfall days, and 146.89" (3731mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 21min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:21 pm PDT.
Sunshine
In Truckee, the average sunshine in May is 11h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Truckee, CA
- Average high temperature in May: 58.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37°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 (22.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Truckee, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Truckee, CA
- Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Truckee, CA
- Average humidity in May: 63%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (39%).
Average rainfall in May
Truckee, CA
- Average rainfall in May: 1.89"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.12").
Average rainfall days in May
Truckee, CA
- Average rainfall days in May: 8.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (8.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Truckee, CA
- Average snowfall in May: 7.01"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (30.35").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Truckee, CA
- Average snowfall days in May: 4.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (16.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Truckee, CA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 24min
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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Truckee, CA
- Average sunshine days in May: 18.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Truckee, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Truckee, CA
- Average cloud cover in May: 25
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in May
Truckee, 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).
