May weather forecast
Quartzsite, AZ

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Weather in May

As Quartzsite steps into May, the city starts feeling the dry heat of the impending summer. With almost 14 hours of daylight, the city bathes in abundant sunlight with temperatures reaching up to 89.2°F (31.8°C) and a minimum of 68.2°F (20.1°C). The desert terrain accepts this switch in weather, adjusting to the hotter days and offering a unique summer landscape. Despite the rise in temperatures, cool nights continue to offer respite from the daytime heat. June will bring even more intense temperatures, marking the height of summer in Quartzsite.

Temperature

The arrival of May introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from a moderately hot 81.5°F (27.5°C) in April to a tropical 89.2°F (31.8°C). In Quartzsite, May's nights observe an average temperature dip to an agreeable 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 21%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 1.4 days and accumulates 0.08" (2mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 7:41 pm MST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 12h.

UV index

In Quartzsite, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following instructions:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in May?

In Quartzsite, in May, the average high-temperature is 89.2°F (31.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 68.2°F (20.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Quartzsite, the average relative humidity in May is 21%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 1.4 days and typically collects 0.08" (2mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Quartzsite, in May, it is raining for 1.4 days, with typically 0.08" (2mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Quartzsite have in May?

In Quartzsite, the average day length in May is 13h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 7:41 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Quartzsite have in May?

In Quartzsite, Arizona, the average sunshine duration in May is 12h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Quartzsite, AZ

Average temperature in May - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average high temperature in May: 89.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (103.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (61°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 68.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (85.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Quartzsite, AZ

Average pressure in May - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average pressure in May: 29.79"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.74"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Quartzsite, AZ

Average wind speed in May - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, November and December (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Quartzsite, AZ

Average humidity in May - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average humidity in May: 21%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (40%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (17%).

Average rainfall in May
Quartzsite, AZ

Average rainfall in May - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.08"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.08").

Average rainfall days in May
Quartzsite, AZ

Average rainfall days in May - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (8.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (1.4 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 12h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Quartzsite, AZ

Average sunshine days in May - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 29.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (19.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Quartzsite, AZ

Average UV index in May - Quartzsite, 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).

Average cloud cover in May
Quartzsite, AZ

Average cloud cover in May - Quartzsite, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 18).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in May
Quartzsite, AZ

Average visibility in May - Quartzsite, 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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