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Cottonwood Heights Weather in May

Cottonwood Heights in May sees pleasant daytime temperatures of 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows of 8°C (46°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 70 mm (2.8 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Cottonwood Heights in May

This month experiences about 12 days of rain according to historical data, averaging 70 mm (2.8 in). Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Cottonwood Heights in May

May is a excellent month in Cottonwood Heights, with 20°C (68°F) during the day and 8°C (46°F) at night. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. Nights drop to 8°C (46°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Cottonwood Heights in May

The month enjoys around 321 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

Cottonwood Heights Temperature in May

Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
70 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
49% *
Sunshine
321 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
72% *
* Data from: Salt Lake City, the United States of America (17 KM, 11 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Cottonwood Heights in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Cottonwood Heights in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Barbeque
    8/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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