Los Angeles vs Las Vegas

Los Angeles and Las Vegas are closely matched in May. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Los Angeles sits in the comfortable travel range at 28°C. Las Vegas runs hot at 31°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in May. Las Vegas receives 6 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Los Angeles reaches an average high of 28°C (82°F) and drops to 19°C (66°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Las Vegas averages 31°C (88°F) for the high and 17°C (63°F) for the low, with a daily range of 14°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.

Los Angeles receives approximately 15 mm of rainfall across 1 rain days during May. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Las Vegas sees 5 mm over 1 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.