May weather forecast
Sierra Vista, AZ

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The vast Sierra Vista region of Arizona
The vast Sierra Vista region of Arizona

Weather in May

The transition from April to May in Sierra Vista is characterized by a considerable uptick in temperatures. The city gets significantly warmer with the average high temperature reaching 80.1°F (26.7°C), a clear indication of the impending summer. Bright and sunny days, coupled with the warming atmosphere, make it ideal for basking in the sun or dipping in the pool. Minimal rainfalls and a decrease in cloud cover allow uninterrupted enjoyment of the outdoors. Clear skies and extended daylight hours add to the city's charm during this period.

Temperature

The arrival of May signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 73.2°F (22.9°C) in April to a moderately hot 80.1°F (26.7°C). Sierra Vista witnesses a consistent, sharp contrast from the daytime highs, with an average low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) throughout May.

Humidity

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 23%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

May is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.3 days and accumulates 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall in Sierra Vista, Arizona.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 7:21 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sierra Vista in May?

May temperatures in Sierra Vista vary between a high-temperature of 80.1°F (26.7°C) and a low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 23%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Sierra Vista, the average relative humidity in May is 23%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 2.3 days and typically collects 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Sierra Vista, in May, it is raining for 2.3 days, with typically 0.12" (3mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Sierra Vista, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Sierra Vista have in May?

The average day length in May is 13h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 7:21 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Sierra Vista?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sierra Vista, AZ

Average temperature in May - Sierra Vista, AZ
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (56.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (37.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Sierra Vista, AZ

Average pressure in May - Sierra Vista, AZ
  • Average pressure in May: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Sierra Vista, AZ

Average wind speed in May - Sierra Vista, AZ
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Sierra Vista, AZ

Average humidity in May - Sierra Vista, AZ
  • Average humidity in May: 23%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (50%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (23%).

Average rainfall in May
Sierra Vista, AZ

Average rainfall in May - Sierra Vista, AZ
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.12"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.12").

Average rainfall days in May
Sierra Vista, AZ

Average rainfall days in May - Sierra Vista, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sierra Vista, AZ

Average snowfall in May - Sierra Vista, AZ
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sierra Vista, AZ

Average snowfall days in May - Sierra Vista, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sierra Vista, AZ

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sierra Vista, AZ

Average sunshine days in May - Sierra Vista, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 28.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Sierra Vista, AZ

Average UV index in May - Sierra Vista, AZ
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Sierra Vista, AZ

Average cloud cover in May - Sierra Vista, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 8

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in May
Sierra Vista, AZ

Average visibility in May - Sierra Vista, 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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