Elko in May
7.5out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 20°C. Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days.
20°CAvg high
5°CAvg low
9Rainy days (49 mm)
14:17 hDaylight
05:31Sunrise · 19:48 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 20°C
- Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.8 days)
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±5.8 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C | -9°C | 40 mm | 9 | – | – | 3.9 |
| February | 4°C | -7°C | 32 mm | 8 | – | – | 4.5 |
| March | 9°C | -4°C | 43 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.4 |
| April | 14°C | 0°C | 52 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 20°C | 5°C | 49 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.5 |
| June | 26°C | 10°C | 21 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.5 |
| July | 32°C | 15°C | 6 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.0 |
| August | 31°C | 14°C | 6 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.3 |
| September | 26°C | 9°C | 17 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| October | 18°C | 2°C | 26 mm | 5 | – | – | 7.7 |
| November | 8°C | -4°C | 33 mm | 7 | – | – | 5.6 |
| December | 1°C | -9°C | 40 mm | 9 | – | – | 3.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Elko in May?
Daytime highs average 20°C and nights about 5°C.
When is the best time to visit Elko?
The best months are September, June, August, July.