May weather forecast
Cottonwood Heights, UT

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Weather in May

May endears itself to the locals and visitors of Cottonwood Heights with warm weather and long daylight hours. Conditions are typically calm, reflecting in a wind speed no more than 5.4mph (8.7km/h). For those seeking the outdoors, the reduced cloud cover makes the sky clear, increasing visibility and sunshine hours. Spring flowers in full bloom, an observable decrease in humidity and the shedding of winter layers make it a delightful time of the year. As the city steps into the summer season, expect temperatures to rise further and skies to become clearer.

Temperature

With the transition into May, Cottonwood Heights experiences an increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in April to a refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C). In May, the recorded average low-temperature in Cottonwood Heights, Utah, of 39.6°F (4.2°C), exhibits a significant fall from the daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Cottonwood Heights is 53%.

Rainfall

In Cottonwood Heights, Utah, during May, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.7 rainfall days, and 16.34" (415mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Cottonwood Heights, Utah. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Cottonwood Heights aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Cottonwood Heights, Utah, there are 62.8 snowfall days, and 51.65" (1312mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Cottonwood Heights, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of May in Cottonwood Heights, Utah, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:51 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Cottonwood Heights, the average sunshine in May is 11.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Cottonwood Heights is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Cottonwood Heights?

The high-temperature, in May, in Cottonwood Heights, records 62.4°F (16.9°C), while the low-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Cottonwood Heights?

The average relative humidity in May in Cottonwood Heights is 53%.

How many days does it rain in May in Cottonwood Heights?

In Cottonwood Heights, Utah, in May, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Cottonwood Heights?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Cottonwood Heights. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Cottonwood Heights aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Cottonwood Heights?

The average day length in May in Cottonwood Heights, Utah, is 14h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Cottonwood Heights?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:51 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cottonwood Heights have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Cottonwood Heights, Utah, is 11.1h.

How high is the UV index in May in Cottonwood Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Cottonwood Heights is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average temperature in May - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average pressure in May - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average wind speed in May - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average humidity in May - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average humidity in May: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (38%).

Average rainfall in May
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average rainfall in May - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average rainfall days in May - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average snowfall in May - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average snowfall days in May - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average sunshine days in May - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average UV index in May - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average cloud cover in May - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average visibility in May - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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