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May is one of the excellent months to visit St. George, with daytime temperatures of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 14°C (57°F) at night. Rainfall is minimal, averaging just 5.2 mm (0.2 in) for the month.
If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in St. George typically rise from around 25°C (77°F) at the start of May to approximately 30°C (86°F) by the end. Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 9°C (48°F) to 14°C (57°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for St. George spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 27 years of weather observations in St. George between 1999 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
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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).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in May. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in May - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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