May weather forecast
Sanders, AZ

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Sanders, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 70.2°F (21.2°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from April's enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) to a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C). In May, a remarkable difference from daytime highs is noted, as Sanders records an average temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 29%.

Rainfall

In Sanders, in May, during 6.6 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 78.6 rainfall days, and 9.76" (248mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Sanders aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.1 snowfall days, and 17.76" (451mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 7:26 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Sanders, the average sunshine in May is 11.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

Sanders in May has an average high-temperature of 70.2°F (21.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 29%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout May, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Sanders. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Sanders aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sanders have in May?

In Sanders, the average day length in May is 14h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 7:26 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sanders have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.4h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Sanders, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sanders, AZ

Average temperature in May - Sanders, AZ
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Sanders, AZ

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Sanders, AZ

Average wind speed in May - Sanders, AZ
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Sanders, AZ

Average humidity in May - Sanders, AZ
  • Average humidity in May: 29%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (24%).

Average rainfall in May
Sanders, AZ

Average rainfall in May - Sanders, AZ
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
Sanders, AZ

Average rainfall days in May - Sanders, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sanders, AZ

Average snowfall in May - Sanders, AZ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sanders, AZ

Average snowfall days in May - Sanders, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sanders, AZ

Average sunshine days in May - Sanders, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Sanders, AZ

Average UV index in May - Sanders, AZ
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Sanders, AZ

Average cloud cover in May - Sanders, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 14

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
Sanders, AZ

Average visibility in May - Sanders, 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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