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Las Vegas in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Las Vegas in May and see if it is worth visiting.
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May

Weather in Las Vegas in May 2025

Good Weather
Hot
☀️
Sunny
Are you considering a trip to Las Vegas in May? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +88°F and about 21 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 3 rainy days and 5 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+88°F
Avg. max. temperature
+45°F
Min.
+108°F
Max.
5 mm
Total precipitation
21%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
21 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Las Vegas has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Las Vegas in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Las Vegas for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in May is +90°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +97°F during the day and a minimum of +55°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 13% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +95°F to +90°F.

Is Las Vegas warm or cold in May?

Las Vegas is typically hot in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +79°F to +88°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +55°F to +64°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Las Vegas:

Climate in Las Vegas in May

Las Vegas weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+79°F+88°F+99°F
Min. temperature
+37°F+45°F+50°F
Max. temperature
+99°F+108°F+115°F
Rainfall
9 mm5 mm3 mm
Wind
4 m/s4 m/s4 m/s
Humidity
24%21%16%
Air pressure
1011 HPa1009 HPa1008 HPa
Sunny days
192125
Cloudy days
653
Rainy days
432
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as good as in April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +79°F to +88°F during the day. As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 9 mm to 5 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 24% to 21%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 4 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 19 to 21.

June brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Las Vegas in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Las Vegas is gradually decreasing during May, going from 6 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Las Vegas based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in May stands at 13%, leading to total precipitation of around 6 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 2 mm, which is considered light rain. Las Vegas is amazing in May with as little as 4 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Las Vegas wettest month is February, where a typical day has a 21% chance of precipitation and 24 mm of rainfall per day. June, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 3 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Las Vegas?

This is the weather in Las Vegas in May 2023:
1 May
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+96°F
2 May
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+87°F
3 May
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+80°F
4 May
☁️
+78°F
5 May
☀️
+74°F
6 May
☀️
+75°F
7 May
☀️
+81°F
8 May
☀️
+85°F
9 May
☀️
+85°F
10 May
☀️
+84°F
11 May
☀️
+86°F
12 May
☀️
+92°F
13 May
☀️
+92°F
14 May
☀️
+93°F
15 May
☀️
+94°F
16 May
☀️
+95°F
17 May
☀️
+94°F
18 May
☀️
+97°F
19 May
☀️
+97°F
20 May
☀️
+96°F
21 May
☀️
+95°F
22 May
☀️
+95°F
23 May
☀️
+96°F
24 May
☀️
+94°F
25 May
☀️
+93°F
26 May
☀️
+91°F
27 May
☀️
+91°F
28 May
☀️
+94°F
29 May
☀️
+94°F
30 May
☀️
+92°F
31 May
☀️
+89°F
In May 2023 Las Vegas had 30 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +90°F, with an absolute maximum of +97°F and a minimum of +73°F. The average humidity was 27%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 9%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Las Vegas climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Las Vegas in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1982 (+77°F) and the highest in 2020 (+84°F). The driest year was 2002 with only 45 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 306 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Las Vegas in May:

Is May a good time to visit Las Vegas?

May is a really good time to go to Las Vegas. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Las Vegas.

Can you sunbathe in Las Vegas in May?

Absolutely, May is hot in Las Vegas. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Las Vegas rainy in May?

Las Vegas is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Las Vegas in May?

Yes, Las Vegas is sunny in May. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.

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Monthly weather in Las Vegas

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Las Vegas, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.