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Moab Weather in May

May in Moab averages 26°C (79°F) during the day and 10°C (50°F) at night. The excellent conditions and low rainfall make it a solid month to visit.

Rainfall in Moab in May

Typically around 6 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 23 mm (0.9 in) for the month. Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.

Temperature in Moab in May

Moab in May is worth a visit. The temperature is excellent, with 26°C (79°F) during the day and 10°C (50°F) at night. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. With overnight lows of 10°C (50°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the best months to visit Moab.

Moab Temperature in May

Min Temperature

10°C (50°F)

Max Temperature

26°C (79°F)

Chance of Rain

21%

Precipitation

23 mm (0.9 in)

Rainy days

6 days

Moab Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Moab - and find the best time to visit.

January

5°C (41°F)View January → February

10°C (50°F)View February → March

17°C (63°F)View March → April

21°C (70°F)View April → May

26°C (79°F)View May → June

33°C (91°F)View June → July

36°C (97°F)View July → August

34°C (93°F)View August → This monthSeptember

30°C (86°F)View September → October

21°C (70°F)View October → November

13°C (55°F)View November → December

5°C (41°F)View December →

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Daily Historical Temperatures

44-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Moab typically rise from around 23°C (73°F) at the start of May to approximately 28°C (82°F) by the end. Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 7°C (45°F) to 13°C (55°F).

Average temperatures in May

Historical weather records for Moab in May

Browse day-by-day weather records for Moab spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Moab historical weather extremes in May

Our historical data for Moab spans 1999 to 2026, revealing these weather extremes.

The warmest day in May was on May 31, 2002, with a maximum of 38°C (100°F).
The coldest night in May in Moab was on May 1, 2011, with a minimum of -4°C (25°F).

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation

Temperatures Precipitation

perfect weather

pleasant

tolerable

unpleasant

poor

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).

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in May: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

What to Wear in Moab in May

Warm but pleasant conditions in Moab in May. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Light rain is possible, so consider bringing a small umbrella or rain jacket.