May weather forecastBullhead City, AZ
May
Weather in May
The entrancing month of May in Bullhead City, Arizona brings with it a dramatic rise in temperature, officially marking the city's entrance into the summer season. Compared to April, May showcases a noteworthy increase in both maximum and minimum temperatures, registering a sizzling 86.2°F (30.1°C) and 64.6°F (18.1°C) respectively. Ensuring the abundance of sunlight, this month provides the longest duration of daily sunshine at 14 hours observed so far, tipping the scales towards more bright and sunny days. As May transitions into June, the temperatures continue to escalate, carried forward by the momentum of the early summer heat. The onset of May in Bullhead City signifies the beginning of the city's simmering summer season.Temperature
As Bullhead City transitions into May, the average high-temperature is observed to slightly rise from a warm 77.9°F (25.5°C) in April to a tropical 86.2°F (30.1°C). Bullhead City observes a distinct decrease from peak daytime temperatures, with an average low-temperature of 64.6°F (18.1°C) throughout the month of May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Bullhead City is 19%.Rainfall
In May, in Bullhead City, the rain falls for 2.3 days. Throughout May, 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bullhead City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 44 days and collects up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Bullhead City is 14h and 2min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 7:46 pm MST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 11.9h.UV index
In Bullhead City, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Bullhead City, AZ
- Average high temperature in May: 86.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (100.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (56.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 64.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (81.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (43.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Bullhead City, AZ
- Average pressure in May: 29.8"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.76"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Bullhead City, AZ
- Average wind speed in May: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Bullhead City, AZ
- Average humidity in May: 19%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (42%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (14%).
Average rainfall in May
Bullhead City, AZ
- Average rainfall in May: 0.12"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.04").
Average rainfall days in May
Bullhead City, AZ
- Average rainfall days in May: 2.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (5.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.1 days).
Average snowfall days in May
Bullhead City, AZ
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bullhead City, 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 54min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Bullhead City, AZ
- Average sunshine days in May: 28.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (28.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (20.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Bullhead City, 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
Bullhead City, AZ
- Average cloud cover in May: 9
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in May
Bullhead City, 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).
