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United StatesThe weather in May in Scottsdale
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.
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.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Scottsdale, Arizona. 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 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.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 20 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Scottsdale
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Scottsdale. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Scottsdale | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 38°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 17°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 20 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 3 days | 14 days |
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.
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.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Scottsdale, Arizona. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Scottsdale
Temperature in May in Scottsdale over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Scottsdale, Arizona. 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 Scottsdale
Total precipitation in May in Scottsdale over the years
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.
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Average weather in Scottsdale by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Scottsdale. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.