May weather forecastPayson, UT
May
Weather in May
The month of May injects the first true warmth of the season into Payson, Utah. The temperature range lies between 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 63.7°F (17.6°C), marking a shift from the chilly air to a warmer breeze. The city experiences the driest month in terms of rainfall as compared to the year's pattern. The extended sunshine and relative dryness render May as the gateway to summer. Compared to June, May's warmth is milder, balancing between spring's aftermath and summer's arrival.Temperature
May shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) to an enjoyable 63.7°F (17.6°C). Payson logs a notable disparity from the daily highs during May, as the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 38.1°F (3.4°C).Humidity
In Payson, the average relative humidity in May is 51%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout May, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Payson, Utah, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.5 days and collects up to 11.93" (303mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Payson aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Payson, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.1 days and aggregates up to 33.5" (851mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 25min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:49 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 11.2h.UV index
In Payson, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Payson, UT
- Average high temperature in May: 63.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 38.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Payson, UT
- Average pressure in May: 29.88"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Payson, UT
- Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Payson, UT
- Average humidity in May: 51%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (39%).
Average rainfall in May
Payson, UT
- Average rainfall in May: 1.02"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.51").
Average rainfall days in May
Payson, UT
- Average rainfall days in May: 12.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Payson, UT
- Average snowfall in May: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Payson, UT
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Payson, UT
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 24min
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 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Payson, UT
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Payson, UT
- Average UV index in May: 4
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Payson, UT
- Average cloud cover in May: 21
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).
Average visibility in May
Payson, 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).
