United StatesAverage weather for Scottsdale in May
It's hot in May in Scottsdale with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 38°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 24°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Scottsdale with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 20°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 32°C, with nights around 20°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Scottsdale is around 34°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
In May, there is an average of 20 mm of precipitation, spread over 1 day. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Scottsdale in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
32°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
38°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
29°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
20 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
1 day | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Scottsdale?
May is an awesome month to be in Scottsdale for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 44°C in 2020, Scottsdale reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 11°C to a highest value of 30°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Scottsdale
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Scottsdale, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Scottsdale
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Scottsdale, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 1 day of precipitation in Scottsdale.
Daily UV index in May in Scottsdale
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Scottsdale, 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.
Temperature in May in Scottsdale over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Scottsdale, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Scottsdale over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Scottsdale, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Scottsdale
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Average weather in Scottsdale by month
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