May beckons the complete onset of spring in
Lake Tahoe, with the weather changing significantly from
April. With increased temperatures and receding snowfall, Springtime vibes are hard to miss. Snowfall is very minimal this month, averaging only 3.7" (94mm). Daylight hours peak, allowing residents and visitors to fully enjoy outdoor activities in warmer and sunlit conditions. Appreciation for the city's natural beauty elevates during this month due to the perfect blend of comfortable temperatures and lengthy daylight hours.
Temperature
With the onset of May, Lake Tahoe's average high-temperature sees a rise, moving from April's fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) to a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C). Nighttime in May brings a stark departure from the daily high in Lake Tahoe,
California, resting at an average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C).
Rainfall
Throughout May, in Lake Tahoe, California, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, 31.46" (799mm) of rain is accumulated.
Snowfall
January through
June,
September through
December are months with snowfall. In Lake Tahoe, in May, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Lake Tahoe, during the entire year, snow aggregates up to 190.83" (4847mm).
Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Lake Tahoe, California, is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:19 pm PDT.