Weather for Phoenix in May is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +97°F during the day, and approximately 19 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 0 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in May around 5 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+97°F
Avg. max. temperature
+50°F
Min.
+115°F
Max.
5 mm
Total precipitation
20%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
19 ☀️
Sunny Days
12 ⛅️
Cloudy
0 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Phoenix has good weather in May.
Average temperature in Phoenix in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Phoenix for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in May is +99°F with a maximum of +106°F and a minimum of +59°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 4% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +95°F to +97°F.
Is Phoenix warm or cold in May?
Phoenix is typically hot in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +88°F to +97°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +61°F to +70°F.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Phoenix:
Climate in Phoenix in May
Phoenix weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+88°F
+97°F
+106°F
Min. temperature
+43°F
+50°F
+61°F
Max. temperature
+106°F
+115°F
+122°F
Rainfall
9 mm
5 mm
3 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
24%
20%
16%
Air pressure
1010 HPa
1008 HPa
1007 HPa
Sunny days
16
19
20
Cloudy days
13
12
10
Rainy days
1
0
0
Snowy days
0
0
0
May weather is still as good as in April.It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +88°F to +97°F during the day.As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 9 mm to 5 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 24% to 20%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 2 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 16 to 19.
June brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Phoenix in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Phoenix is gradually decreasing during May, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Phoenix based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 3% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 14 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 14 mm, which is considered light rain.Phoenix is amazing in May with as little as 1 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Phoenix wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 13% chance of precipitation and 52 mm of rainfall per day. June, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 3 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Phoenix?
This is the weather in Phoenix in May 2023:
1 May
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+95°F
2 May
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+94°F
3 May
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+92°F
4 May
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+92°F
5 May
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+96°F
6 May
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+98°F
7 May
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+100°F
8 May
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+99°F
9 May
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+93°F
10 May
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+90°F
11 May
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+90°F
12 May
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+87°F
13 May
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+96°F
14 May
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+103°F
15 May
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+106°F
16 May
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+105°F
17 May
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+103°F
18 May
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+101°F
19 May
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+100°F
20 May
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+99°F
21 May
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+95°F
22 May
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+96°F
23 May
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+96°F
24 May
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+99°F
25 May
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+103°F
26 May
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+104°F
27 May
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+104°F
28 May
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+103°F
29 May
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+100°F
30 May
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+93°F
31 May
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+98°F
In May 2023 Phoenix had 29 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +99°F, with an absolute maximum of +106°F and a minimum of +86°F. The average humidity was 16%, with a maximum of 42% and a minimum of 3%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Phoenix climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Phoenix in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 2019 (+92°F) and the highest in 1984 (+110°F). The driest year was 2007 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 0 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Phoenix in May:
Is May a good time to visit Phoenix?
May is a really good time to go to Phoenix. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Phoenix.
Can you sunbathe in Phoenix in May?
Absolutely, May is hot in Phoenix. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Phoenix rainy in May?
Phoenix is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Phoenix in May?
The amount of sunny days in Phoenix during May varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Phoenix, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.