Las Vegas · SpringMonth summary
Las Vegas weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
64°F – 90°F
🌧 Rainy days
4% of days
☀️ Sunshine
13.0h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
8.6/10
📅 📅 Best month
April (9.3/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Las Vegas in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're looking for maximum sunshine — 13.0h per day on average.
❌ No if: you struggle with heat — temperatures regularly exceed 30°F.
Our take: Las Vegas in May: 90°F and 13.0h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Las Vegas in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Las Vegas. Temperatures rise (32°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain is virtually absent (4% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if April (9.3/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 39°F | 57°F | 12% | 0.0in | 8.8h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 43°F | 64°F | 10% | 0.0in | 9.8h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 48°F | 70°F | 13% | 0.0in | 10.7h | 8.0/10 |
| ☀️ April | 57°F | 81°F | 5% | 0.0in | 12.0h | 9.3/10 |
| ☀️ May | 64°F | 90°F | 4% | 0.0in | 13.0h | 8.6/10 |
| 🥵 June | 75°F | 102°F | 2% | 0.0in | 13.4h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 July | 82°F | 106°F | 5% | 0.0in | 13.2h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 August | 79°F | 104°F | 6% | 0.0in | 12.4h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 September | 72°F | 97°F | 4% | 0.0in | 11.1h | 6.9/10 |
| ☀️ October | 59°F | 82°F | 4% | 0.0in | 10.3h | 9.2/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 48°F | 68°F | 6% | 0.0in | 9.0h | 7.7/10 |
| ⛅ December | 39°F | 57°F | 8% | 0.0in | 8.7h | 7.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Las Vegas averages 90°F, 4% rainy days and 13.0h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 8.6/10.
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Comparison
May vs April (best month)
The best month is April (score 9.3/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -5°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +1%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -1.0h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Las Vegas in May
Is May a good time to visit Las Vegas?
May is an excellent time to visit Las Vegas (score 8.6/10). With 90°F, 13.0h of sunshine and 4% rain, conditions are very favourable.
Is it too hot in Las Vegas in May?
Temperatures reach 90°F. It's intense but manageable with sunscreen and water. Sunshine: 13.0h/day.
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