May weather forecastSparks, NV
May
Weather in May
May beholds the drastic transformation of the weather in Sparks, Nevada, as it shifts from spring to summer. Changes are marked by increased sunshine hours, rising to 11.4 hours daily. With temperatures often hitting a pleasant note, the desert landscape awakens to a new lively aura. The month celebrates the changing seasons with numerous outdoor activities, taking full advantage of the lovely weather and prolonged daylight.Temperature
The rise of average high-temperatures is seen in May, with an increase from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in April to a comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C). Sparks anticipates a stark contrast in temperature during May nights, with an average low of 41.7°F (5.4°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 47%.Rainfall
In Sparks, in May, during 8.4 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 68 rainfall days, and 8.07" (205mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Sparks. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Sparks aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Sparks, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.2 days and aggregates up to 23.62" (600mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:20 pm PDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 11.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Sparks is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sparks, NV
- Average high temperature in May: 63.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 41.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Sparks, NV
- Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Sparks, NV
- Average wind speed in May: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Sparks, NV
- Average humidity in May: 47%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (28%).
Average rainfall in May
Sparks, NV
- Average rainfall in May: 0.75"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.08").
Average rainfall days in May
Sparks, NV
- Average rainfall days in May: 8.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Sparks, NV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Sparks, NV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sparks, NV
- 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 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Sparks, NV
- Average sunshine days in May: 20.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (15.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Sparks, NV
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Sparks, NV
- Average cloud cover in May: 21
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 33).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 7).
Average visibility in May
Sparks, NV
- 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).
