May weather forecast
Fountain Hills, AZ

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Weather in May

May embodies the brisk transition from spring towards summer in Fountain Hills, depicting a noticeable shift from April. The escalation in temperatures advances rapidly throughout this month. Simultaneously, the weather retains its predominant aridity, further reducing humidity and rainfall levels. Longer daylight durations accompanied by a reduced cloud cover optimises the penetration of sunlight. A marked rise in temperatures from 63.1°F (17.3°C) to 86.7°F (30.4°C) underlines the atmospheric shift towards the heated summer months.

Temperature

The onset of May in Fountain Hills introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from a moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C) in April to a hot 86.7°F (30.4°C). Fountain Hills's nighttime average of 63.1°F (17.3°C) during May reflects a substantial decrease from the daytime temperature.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Fountain Hills is 21%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Fountain Hills are May and June Rain falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 0.12" (3mm) of rain.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of May in Fountain Hills, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Fountain Hills is 11.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during May morphs into the following directions:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Fountain Hills during May?

In Fountain Hills, 86.7°F (30.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 63.1°F (17.3°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Fountain Hills?

In May, the average relative humidity in Fountain Hills, Arizona, is 21%.

What is the driest month in Fountain Hills?

May and June are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 2.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in May in Fountain Hills?

In Fountain Hills, in May, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Fountain Hills have in May?

In May, the average day length in Fountain Hills, Arizona, is 13h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Fountain Hills?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 7:31 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Fountain Hills?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Fountain Hills?

In Fountain Hills, Arizona, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Fountain Hills, AZ

Average temperature in May - Fountain Hills, AZ
  • Average high temperature in May: 86.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (99.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (60.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 63.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (80.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (44.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Fountain Hills, AZ

Average pressure in May - Fountain Hills, AZ
  • Average pressure in May: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Fountain Hills, AZ

Average wind speed in May - Fountain Hills, AZ
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Fountain Hills, AZ

Average humidity in May - Fountain Hills, AZ
  • Average humidity in May: 21%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (46%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (17%).

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Average rainfall in May
Fountain Hills, AZ

Average rainfall in May - Fountain Hills, AZ
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.12"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in May
Fountain Hills, AZ

Average rainfall days in May - Fountain Hills, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.6 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fountain Hills, AZ

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Fountain Hills, AZ

Average sunshine days in May - Fountain Hills, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 28 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (28 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14 days).

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Average UV index in May
Fountain Hills, AZ

Average UV index in May - Fountain Hills, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Fountain Hills, AZ

Average cloud cover in May - Fountain Hills, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 8

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in May
Fountain Hills, AZ

Average visibility in May - Fountain Hills, 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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