Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in South Lake Tahoe, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 9°C (48°F). Highs can soar to 24°C (75°F), while lows may dip to -4°C (26°F). Typically, the humidity level in South Lake Tahoe throughout May hovers around 74%.
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In May, South Lake Tahoe averages 65 mm (2.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 10 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 19 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 21 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 76% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in South Lake Tahoe reaches a maximum of 13, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 2 | 5 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||