May weather forecast
Sun City West, AZ

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a tropical month in Sun City West, Arizona, with an average temperature varying between 89.2°F (31.8°C) and 66°F (18.9°C).

Temperature

A gentle upsurge in temperatures occurs as April gives way to May, with average highs shifting from a warm 81.3°F (27.4°C) to a tropical 89.2°F (31.8°C). Sun City West notes a substantial temperature decline from the daytime peaks throughout May, with an average nighttime temperature of 66°F (18.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Sun City West, Arizona, is 20%.

Rainfall

In Sun City West, in May, it is raining for 2.6 days, with typically 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sun City West, during the entire year, the rain falls for 60.7 days and collects up to 8.62" (219mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Sun City West is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of May, in Sun City West, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 7:34 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Sun City West, the average sunshine in May is 11.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Sun City West during May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 89.2°F (31.8°C) and 66°F (18.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Sun City West?

In May, the average relative humidity in Sun City West, Arizona, is 20%.

How much does it rain in Sun City West in May?

In Sun City West, Arizona, in May, during 2.6 rainfall days, 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sun City West have in May?

The average day length in May in Sun City West is 13h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Sun City West?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 7:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sun City West, Arizona, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 7:34 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sun City West have in May?

In Sun City West, Arizona, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Sun City West?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Sun City West, Arizona, is 7. 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
Sun City West, AZ

Average temperature in May - Sun City West, AZ
  • Average high temperature in May: 89.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (101.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (61.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 66°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (83.1°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (46°F).

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Average pressure in May
Sun City West, AZ

Average pressure in May - Sun City West, AZ
  • Average pressure in May: 29.83"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.8"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Sun City West, AZ

Average wind speed in May - Sun City West, AZ
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Sun City West, AZ

Average humidity in May - Sun City West, AZ
  • Average humidity in May: 20%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (44%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (17%).

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Average rainfall in May
Sun City West, AZ

Average rainfall in May - Sun City West, AZ
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.16"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in May
Sun City West, AZ

Average rainfall days in May - Sun City West, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.2 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sun City West, AZ

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sun City West, AZ
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
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
Sun City West, AZ

Average sunshine days in May - Sun City West, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in May: 28.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Sun City West, AZ

Average UV index in May - Sun City West, 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
Sun City West, AZ

Average cloud cover in May - Sun City West, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in May: 8

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in May
Sun City West, AZ

Average visibility in May - Sun City West, 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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