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United StatesThe weather in May in Tucson
It's hot in May in Tucson with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 37°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 20°C.
May is an awesome month to be in Tucson 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 Tucson, 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 41°C in 2020, Tucson reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 2,9 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Tucson
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Tucson. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Tucson | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 33°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 37°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 15°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 2,9 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Tucson with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 16°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 33°C, with nights around 17°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 Tucson is around 35°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°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 Tucson, Arizona. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Tucson
Temperature in May in Tucson over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Tucson, 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 Tucson
Total precipitation in May in Tucson over the years
Daily UV index in May in Tucson
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Tucson, 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 Tucson by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Tucson. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.