May weather forecast
Syracuse, UT

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Weather in May

May ushers in consistently warm temperatures in Syracuse, Utah, essentially marking the start of the summer season. The snow finally ceases in May, resulting in verdant landscapes and blooming flora. The percentage of cloud cover drops to a low, resulting in clearly visible skies. Moreover, the city basks in the highest daylight provision of the year lasting 14.5 hours. Get ready for longer days, increased sunshine and a greater amount of outdoor activity.

Temperature

Syracuse's transition into May is marked by a temperature shift, moving from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in April to an enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C). In May, Syracuse experiences an average nighttime temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Humidity

In Syracuse, the average relative humidity in May is 53%.

Rainfall

In Syracuse, in May, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 98.9 rainfall days, and 13.58" (345mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Syracuse aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Syracuse, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.4 days and aggregates up to 44.84" (1139mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:54 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Syracuse in May?

The high-temperature during May is 62.6°F (17°C) and the low-temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 53%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Syracuse, during May, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Syracuse aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:54 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Syracuse have in May?

In Syracuse, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Syracuse, UT

Average temperature in May - Syracuse, UT
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Syracuse, UT

Average pressure in May - Syracuse, UT
  • Average pressure in May: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.28"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Syracuse, UT

Average wind speed in May - Syracuse, UT
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Syracuse, UT

Average humidity in May - Syracuse, UT
  • Average humidity in May: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (38%).

Average rainfall in May
Syracuse, UT

Average rainfall in May - Syracuse, UT
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.14"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and February (1.61").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.43").

Average rainfall days in May
Syracuse, UT

Average rainfall days in May - Syracuse, UT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Syracuse, UT

Average snowfall in May - Syracuse, UT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Syracuse, UT

Average snowfall days in May - Syracuse, UT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Syracuse, UT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Syracuse, UT
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Syracuse, UT

Average sunshine days in May - Syracuse, UT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Syracuse, UT

Average UV index in May - Syracuse, UT
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Syracuse, UT

Average cloud cover in May - Syracuse, UT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
Syracuse, UT

Average visibility in May - Syracuse, UT
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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