Reno weather in May
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers. Average highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C, with around 7 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Reno. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
21°C
Average low
8°C
Rainy days
7 days
Best months to visit
May, June, July, August, September, October
What to do in Reno in May
Whatever the weather, Reno rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Gamble and enjoy live shows at major casinos
Explore the Riverwalk and downtown cultural venues
Hike trails in nearby Sierra Nevada
Fish the Truckee River
Drive to Lake Tahoe for hiking and water sports
Visit the National Automobile Museum
What to pack for May
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
6C
Cold, with occasional showers.
February
8C
Cold, with occasional showers.
March
11C
Cool, with occasional showers.
April
16C
Cool, with occasional showers.
Recommended
May (you are here)
21C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Recommended
June
28C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
July
33C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
August
32C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
September
27C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
October
19C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
November
11C
Cool, with occasional showers.
December
5C
Cold, with occasional showers.
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