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Visiting Lake Tahoe, United States in May

The weather in May is much warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise at a fast pace into June. May has average maximum temperatures of 21°C (70°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.2hrs making the days very long and bright. It is a great time for sunbathing in Lake Tahoe.

May has total rainfall of 3.5cm (1.4inches) making it extremely dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free. There are just 5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

Sea temperatures are a cold 11°C (52°F). May is too cold for swimming in Lake Tahoe for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in May is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into June.

Consider visiting Lake Tahoe in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.

Can you sunbathe in Lake Tahoe in May?

Yes, May is a great time for sunbathing in Lake Tahoe.

May has average maximum temperatures of 21°C (70°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.2hrs making the days very long and bright. May has total rainfall of 3.5cm (1.4inches) making it extremely dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free. There are just 5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

More about May temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Lake Tahoe in May?

No, May is too cold for swimming in Lake Tahoe for any length of time, with the sea water at 11°C (52°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about May sea temperatures.

Is May a good time to holiday in Lake Tahoe?

Yes, May is a good time for a holiday in Lake Tahoe.

May has average maximum temperatures of 21°C (70°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.2hrs making the days very long and bright. May has total rainfall of 3.5cm (1.4inches) making it extremely dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free. There are just 5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between. It is a great time for sunbathing in Lake Tahoe. Sea temperatures are a cold 11°C (52°F). May is too cold for swimming in Lake Tahoe for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the May temperatures and sunshine.

Is Lake Tahoe warm in May?

Yes, Lake Tahoe is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days in May.

The average maximum temperature in Lake Tahoe in May is 21°C (70°F). The average maximum temperature is 17°C (63°) in the previous month and 28°C (82°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Lake Tahoe in May is 13°C (55°F). The average temperature is 9°C (49°F) in the previous month and 18°C (65°F) in the next month.

More info about the May temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Lake Tahoe in May?

The average day light hours per day in Lake Tahoe in May are 14.3. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.2hrs making the days very long and bright.

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Temperature in Lake Tahoe in May

The weather in May is much warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise at a fast pace into June. The average maximum temperature in Lake Tahoe in May is 21°C (70°F). The average maximum temperature is 17°C (63°F) in the previous month and 28°C (82°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Lake Tahoe in May is 13°C (55°F). The average temperature is 9°C (49°F) in the previous month and 18°C (65°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Lake Tahoe in May is 5°C (41°F). The minimum temperature is 2°C (36°F) in the previous month and 10°C (49°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Lake Tahoe in May

The days in May are much longer than the previous month and the days continue to get slightly longer into June. May has more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise quickly into June. During May the average day light hours are 14.3 per day in Lake Tahoe. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.2hrs making the days very long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Lake Tahoe in May is typically 11 during May. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Lake Tahoe in May

The average sea water temperature in Lake Tahoe in May is 11°C (51.8°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in May is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into June.

Rainfall in Lake Tahoe in May

May weather is marginally drier than the previous month and rainfall continues to drop slightly into June. May has a couple of less days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop into June. The average total rainfall in Lake Tahoe in May is 3.5cm (1.4inches) and on average there are 5 rainy days in May making it a very dry time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Lake Tahoe in May

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Lake Tahoe in May is 1°C (33°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is -1°C (31°F) in the previous month and 3°C (3°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Lake Tahoe in May is typically 65%. The maximum relative humidity is 68.8% in the previous month and 56.6% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Lake Tahoe in May is typically 36.3%. The average relative humidity is 40.6% in the previous month and 29.8% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Lake Tahoe in May

The average maximum wind speed in Lake Tahoe in May is typically 30KM/H (18MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 29KM/H (18MPH) in the previous month and 29KM/H (18MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Lake Tahoe in May is typically 9KM/H (6MPH). The average wind speed is 10KM/H (6MPH) in the previous month and 8KM/H (5MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Lake Tahoe in May is from the West.

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