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The Dalles weather in May (Oregon, United States of America)

How is the weather in The Dalles in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In The Dalles the weather in May is generally perfect, with high temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 22°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 8°C.

The Dalles in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 25 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 8 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 280 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.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit The Dalles. May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

The Dalles, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 26%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 25 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
SunshineSunshine 280 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Goldendale, the United States of America (37 KM, 23 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 The Dalles in May?

For visitors traveling to The Dalles, 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.

What To Do

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

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

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