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The Dalles Weather in May

In The Dalles, May brings high daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), with nights cooling to 8°C (46°F). Some rainfall is to be expected.

Rainfall in The Dalles in May

Typically around 8 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 25 mm (1 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in The Dalles in May

The Dalles in May is worth a visit. The temperature is perfect, with 22°C (72°F) during the day and 8°C (46°F) at night. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. At 8°C (46°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in The Dalles in May

With approximately 280 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, June, September and October typically offer the best circumstances for The Dalles.

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The Dalles Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 26%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 25 mm (1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
SunshineSunshine 280 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Goldendale, the United States of America (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in May

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in The Dalles in May

For The Dalles in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in The Dalles in May

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
9/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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