May Weather in Las Vegas

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Las Vegas, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 22°C (72°F). Highs can soar to 35°C (95°F), while lows may dip to 8°C (47°F). Typically, the humidity level in Las Vegas throughout May hovers around 48%.

8°C (47°F)

Minimum temperature

22°C (72°F)

Average temperature

35°C (95°F)

Maximum temperature

48%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Las Vegas averages 10 mm (0.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 2 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 5 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 53 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 83% probability of sunny days during this period.

10 mm (0.4 inches)

Precipitation

2 rainy days

Rainy days

11 hours 53 minutes

Sunshine hours

83%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Las Vegas reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  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
UVI 1 3 5 7 10 11 11 9 7 5 3 1 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

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