May weather forecast
Mesa, AZ

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The scenic city of Mesa in Arizona, with a view of the famous well-manicured golf course near the Red Mountain range
The scenic city of Mesa in Arizona, with a view of the famous well-manicured golf course near the Red Mountain range

Weather in May

May's weather in Mesa, Arizona marks the swift transition from the gentle springtime to the characteristic harsh desert summer. The intensifying heat resulting from longer sunshine hours reshapes the environment, driving down humidity to rather low levels. The clear skies and bright sun work in tandem to provide excellent visibility throughout Mesa. Despite the increasing temperatures, the wind speed remains relatively stable, providing slight relief from the escalating desert heat. Invariably, May sees a significant rise in temperatures, with scorching high temperatures peaking at 90.1°F (32.3°C) and lows maintaining a warm 66.6°F (19.2°C).

Temperature

A slight uplift in the average high-temperature marks May in Mesa, adjusting from April's warm 82°F (27.8°C) to a hot 90.1°F (32.3°C). May in Mesa is characterized by a distinct thermal shift, with nighttime lows averaging at an enjoyable 66.6°F (19.2°C).

Humidity

In Mesa, the average relative humidity in May is 19%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 2.3 days. Throughout May, 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 60.2 rainfall days, and 7.91" (201mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mesa, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 54min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Mesa, the average sunshine in May is 11.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Mesa is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May translates into these guidelines:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Mesa in May?

In Mesa, in May, the average high-temperature is 90.1°F (32.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 66.6°F (19.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Mesa?

In Mesa, Arizona, the average relative humidity in May is 19%.

How many days does it rain in May in Mesa?

In Mesa, Arizona, during May, the rain falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Mesa have in May?

The average day length in May in Mesa is 13h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Mesa?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Mesa?

The average sunshine duration in May in Mesa is 11.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Mesa?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Mesa, Arizona, is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Mesa, AZ

Average temperature in May - Mesa, AZ
  • Average high temperature in May: 90.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (101.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (62.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 66.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (83.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Mesa, AZ

Average pressure in May - Mesa, AZ
  • Average pressure in May: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Mesa, AZ

Average wind speed in May - Mesa, AZ
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Mesa, AZ

Average humidity in May - Mesa, AZ
  • Average humidity in May: 19%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (44%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (17%).

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Average rainfall in May
Mesa, AZ

Average rainfall in May - Mesa, AZ
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.12"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in May
Mesa, AZ

Average rainfall days in May - Mesa, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.2 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mesa, AZ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mesa, AZ
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Mesa, AZ

Average sunshine days in May - Mesa, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 28.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Mesa, AZ

Average UV index in May - Mesa, AZ
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Mesa, AZ

Average cloud cover in May - Mesa, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 8

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in May
Mesa, AZ

Average visibility in May - Mesa, AZ
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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