Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Mount Rainier, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 19°C (66°F). Highs can soar to 33°C (92°F), while lows may dip to 5°C (41°F). Typically, the humidity level in Mount Rainier throughout May hovers around 78%.
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In May, Mount Rainier averages 127 mm (5.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 13 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 18 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 4 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 40% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Mount Rainier reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 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 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Moderate | Low | ||||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||||