May weather forecast
Mount Rainier National Park, WA

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A beautiful reflection in the clear waterfront of the trees and snowy mountain in Mount Rainier National Park, Washington
A beautiful reflection in the clear waterfront of the trees and snowy mountain in Mount Rainier National Park, Washington

Weather in May

Mount Rainier National Park transitions into spring with warmer days straight through May. Temperatures lift, and the canopy of green returns as the snow finally recedes from the landscape. May marks a considerable decrease in snowfall, reaching just 26.1" (663mm). Rainfall increases slightly, creating a quite humid climate, ideal for the park's flora to flourish. Visitors can witness nature’s awakening firsthand as daylight lengthens and new life begins to thrive.

Temperature

May marks a minor ascent in the average high-temperature, adjusting from April's cold 42.1°F (5.6°C) to a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C). Mount Rainier National Park's nights in May experience an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Rainfall

In May, in Mount Rainier National Park, the rain falls for 15.4 days. Throughout May, 5.91" (150mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mount Rainier National Park, there are 188.7 rainfall days, and 118.31" (3005mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In May, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout May, 26.1" (663mm) of snow is accumulated. In Mount Rainier National Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 121.5 days and aggregates up to 670.91" (17041mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 15h and 5min.
On the first day of May in Mount Rainier National Park, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 8:53 pm PDT.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mount Rainier National Park in May?

During May, Mount Rainier National Park experiences an average high-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C) and a low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

How many days does it rain in May in Mount Rainier National Park?

In Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, in May, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 5.91" (150mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in May in Mount Rainier National Park?

In Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, in May, during 7.9 snowfall days, 26.1" (663mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Rainier National Park have in May?

In Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, the average day length in May is 15h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Mount Rainier National Park?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mount Rainier National Park, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 8:53 pm PDT.
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Average temperature in May
Mount Rainier National Park, WA

Average temperature in May - Mount Rainier National Park, WA
  • Average high temperature in May: 49.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (64.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (43.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.1°F).

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Average rainfall in May
Mount Rainier National Park, WA

Average rainfall in May - Mount Rainier National Park, WA
  • Average rainfall in May: 5.9"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (20.3").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (2").

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Average rainfall days in May
Mount Rainier National Park, WA

Average rainfall days in May - Mount Rainier National Park, WA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Mount Rainier National Park, WA

Average snowfall in May - Mount Rainier National Park, WA
  • Average snowfall in May: 26.1"

The months with the highest snowfall are January, November and December (99.9").
The month with the least snowfall is August (0.1").

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Average snowfall days in May
Mount Rainier National Park, WA

Average snowfall days in May - Mount Rainier National Park, WA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (19.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is August (0.1 days).

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Average daylight in May
Mount Rainier National Park, WA

Average daylight in May - Mount Rainier National Park, WA
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

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