May weather forecastSouth Salt Lake, UT
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in South Salt Lake, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between min 40.8°F (4.9°C) and max 61.5°F (16.4°C).Temperature
With the beginning of May, South Salt Lake's average high-temperature sees an increase, transitioning from a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) in April to a comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C). During May, South Salt Lake experiences an average low-temperature of 40.8°F (4.9°C) at night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in South Salt Lake is 53%.Rainfall
In South Salt Lake, in May, during 13 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in South Salt Lake, there are 120.5 rainfall days, and 18.66" (474mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in South Salt Lake are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, South Salt Lake aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In South Salt Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.9 days and aggregates up to 59.69" (1516mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 28min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:52 pm MDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in South Salt Lake is 11.2h.UV index
In South Salt Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
South Salt Lake, UT
- Average high temperature in May: 61.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 40.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).
Average pressure in May
South Salt Lake, UT
- Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
South Salt Lake, UT
- Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.7mph).
Average humidity in May
South Salt Lake, UT
- Average humidity in May: 53%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (38%).
Average rainfall in May
South Salt Lake, UT
- Average rainfall in May: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.67").
Average rainfall days in May
South Salt Lake, UT
- Average rainfall days in May: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (6.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
South Salt Lake, UT
- Average snowfall in May: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (14.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
South Salt Lake, UT
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
South Salt Lake, UT
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 30min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
South Salt Lake, UT
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.5 days).
Average UV index in May
South Salt Lake, UT
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
South Salt Lake, UT
- Average cloud cover in May: 22
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).
Average visibility in May
South Salt Lake, 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).
