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Arizona Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Arizona, the United States of America in May.

Are you planning a trip a to Arizona, the United States of America in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Arizona in May

Arizona, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. Arizona, the United States of America has a wide variety of climate types. During May, you can expect temperatures that range from mild to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Greer at 17°C (63°F) and very hot in Gila Bend at 35°C (95°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Gila Bend and 2°C (36°F) in Greer. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Arizona, the United States of America, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Douglas with an average of 1.1 mm (0.04 in) to low rainfall in Tusayan with 20 mm (0.8 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Phoenix sees close to 401 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Arizona in May

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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).

Popular Destinations in Arizona

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Arizona, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Arizona (May)

Precipitation variation in Arizona (May)

Phoenix

In May Phoenix generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
34°C (93°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
353 hours
401 hours
407 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.5 mm (0.2 in)
4.9 mm (0.2 in)
1.3 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions

Scottsdale

In May Scottsdale generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
34°C (93°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
353 hours
398 hours
407 hours
Monthly rainfall
5 mm (0.2 in)
6.2 mm (0.2 in)
1.5 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions

Tucson

In May Tucson generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
32°C (90°F)
39°C (102°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
357 hours
401 hours
397 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.8 mm (0.2 in)
2.1 mm (0.1 in)
7.7 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions

Sedona

In May Sedona generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
9.8 mm (0.4 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
3 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
a single day
Weather conditions

Kingman

In May Kingman generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
28°C (82°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
9.6 mm (0.4 in)
5 mm (0.2 in)
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Arizona, in the United States of America.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Arizona in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sedona 27°C (81°F) 10°C (50°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Phoenix 34°C (93°F) 19°C (66°F) 4.9 mm (0.2 in)
Scottsdale 34°C (93°F) 18°C (64°F) 6.2 mm (0.2 in)
Tucson 32°C (90°F) 16°C (61°F) 2.1 mm (0.1 in)
Kingman 28°C (82°F) 12°C (54°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)
Sierra Vista 29°C (84°F) 12°C (54°F) 3 mm (0.1 in)

Arizona weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Arizona, the United States of America in May?

Arizona, the United States of America typically experiences less favorable weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Phoenix average around 34°C (93°F), and temperatures drop to about 19°C (66°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Arizona, the United States of America in May?

Daytime temperatures in Phoenix peak at roughly 34°C (93°F) in May, dropping to about 19°C (66°F) overnight.

Does Arizona, the United States of America get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Arizona, the United States of America during May, with Phoenix averaging close to 4.9 mm (0.2 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Arizona, the United States of America?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Arizona, the United States of America with often very good weather in Phoenix.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, November and December provide excellent weather in Phoenix. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, August and September tend to be less favorable.

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