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Tahoe Valley weather in May (United States of America)

How is the weather in Tahoe Valley in May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Tahoe Valley generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 16°C, while nights can cool down to about 1°C.

Tahoe Valley in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 36 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 8 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 375 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Tahoe Valley climate page with graphs.

 

Tahoe Valley, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 28%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 36 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 43% *  
SunshineSunshine 375 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 84% *  
* Data from: Reno, the United States of America (70 KM, 43 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Tahoe Valley in May?

For visitors traveling to Tahoe Valley, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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