May weather forecast
Payson, AZ

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The scenic landscape of Payson in Arizona, with the iconic Mogollon Rim landmark
The scenic landscape of Payson in Arizona, with the iconic Mogollon Rim landmark

Weather in May

May in Payson, Arizona witnesses finer weather, paving the way for a warm summer. The advent of summer results in an upward trend in temperatures and an increase in daylight hours. However, it is also the month where the total rainfall is at its lowest, accounting for.43" (1092mm) only. The wind speed is consistent with April averaging at 7.1mph (11.4km/h), making it a breezy month. Furthermore, the relative humidity drops to 31%, making it a delightful month to soak under the sun.

Temperature

The shift from April to May introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 67.3°F (19.6°C) to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). A noteworthy temperature dip to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) is observed during the nights of May in Payson.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 31%.

Rainfall

In Payson, in May, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Payson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.7 days and collects up to 15.31" (389mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Payson, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 58min.
On the first day of May in Payson, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

During May, Payson experiences an average high-temperature of 74.8°F (23.8°C) and a low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 31%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout May, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Payson, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Payson have in May?

The average day length in May in Payson is 13h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Payson have in May?

In Payson, Arizona, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.8h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Payson, AZ

Average temperature in May - Payson, AZ
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (50.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (31.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Payson, AZ

Average pressure in May - Payson, AZ
  • Average pressure in May: 29.88"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Payson, AZ

Average wind speed in May - Payson, AZ
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Payson, AZ

Average humidity in May - Payson, AZ
  • Average humidity in May: 31%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (58%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (24%).

Average rainfall in May
Payson, AZ

Average rainfall in May - Payson, AZ
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Payson, AZ

Average rainfall days in May - Payson, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Payson, AZ

Average snowfall in May - Payson, AZ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Payson, AZ

Average snowfall days in May - Payson, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Payson, AZ
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Payson, AZ

Average sunshine days in May - Payson, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 25.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Payson, AZ

Average UV index in May - Payson, AZ
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Payson, AZ

Average cloud cover in May - Payson, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in May
Payson, AZ

Average visibility in May - Payson, 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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