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United StatesThe weather in May in Arizona
It's hot in May in Arizona with an average temperature of 34°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 37°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 22°C.
May is a good month to be in Arizona for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Arizona, United States. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 43°C in 2020, Arizona reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 21°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 10°C to a highest value of 29°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 3,8 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Arizona
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Arizona. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Arizona | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 34°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 37°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 18°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 3,8 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Arizona with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 19°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 34°C, with nights around 20°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Arizona is around 36°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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The climate in Arizona is based on weather data from . Other places, like New York City, Miami or Los Angeles, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Arizona to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Arizona, United States. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Arizona
Temperature in May in Arizona over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Arizona, United States. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Arizona
Total precipitation in May in Arizona over the years
Daily UV index in May in Arizona
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Arizona, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Arizona by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Arizona. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.