Flagstaff Weather in May: Temperature, Precipitation, Wind
Flagstaff, United States in May experiences a mild and pleasant climate, characterized by warm days and cool nights. The average temperature hovers around 12.0°C (53.6°F), with daytime highs reaching 19.7°C (67.4°F) and nighttime lows dipping to 3.0°C (37.3°F). The “feels like” temperature closely mirrors the actual temperature, averaging 11.7°C (53.1°F).
May in Flagstaff boasts low humidity levels, with an average of 44%. Precipitation is minimal, with only 1.03 mm (0.04 inches) of rainfall expected throughout the month. Rain occurs on approximately 8 days, covering 3.4% of the time. The most common precipitation type is rain, and severe weather risk remains low at 10%.
Wind plays a significant role in Flagstaff’s May weather. Average wind speeds reach 29.2 km/h (18.1 mph), with gusts up to 47.7 km/h (29.6 mph). The atmospheric pressure stays steady at 1013.1 hPa. Cloudcover is sparse, averaging 19.2%, resulting in excellent visibility of 15.9 km (9.9 miles).
UV index in Flagstaff during May is high, averaging 8.2. Visitors to popular attractions like the Lowell Observatory or Walnut Canyon National Monument should take precautions against sun exposure. Clear days dominate the weather pattern, providing ample opportunity to explore outdoor destinations such as the San Francisco Peaks or Flagstaff Arboretum.
Daylight hours extend in May, with sunrise occurring around 5:22 AM and sunset at approximately 7:24 PM, offering nearly 14 hours of daylight for outdoor activities and sightseeing in Flagstaff’s picturesque surroundings.
What is the temperature in Flagstaff in May?
Average air temperature in Flagstaff is 12°C (53.6°F) in May. The outside temperature in Flagstaff feels like 11.7°C (53.1°F) on a typical May day. The highest average temperature during sunny days is 19.7°C (67.4°F) and feels like 19.7°C (67.4°F). The lowest average temperature after dark is 3°C (37.3°F) which feels like 2.5°C (36.4°F).
How hot is Flagstaff in May?
The hot temperature in May in Flagstaff rises to 23°C (73.4°F) on sunny days with low cloud coverage and 44% humidity. During hottest days of May it feels like 23 °C (73.4°F). The average maximum temp in Flagstaff is 19.7°C (73.4°F) during day time in May.
How cold is Flagstaff in May?
The coldest temp in Flagstaff in May drops to -1.8°C (28.8°F) during the cold nights. With 29.2km/h (18.1mph) winds and 44% humidity it feels like -3.8°C (25.2°F) on the coldest nights. The average minimum temperature is 3°C (37.3°F) during night time in May.
Does it rain in Flagstaff in May?
Yes, it rains for 8 days in Flagstaff, United States in May averaging 1.03 mm of precipitation. Flagstaff has a 25.8% chance for rain throughout the entire month of May.
How much does it rain in Flagstaff throughout May?
Flagstaff has 1.03 mm (0.04 inch) of rain per day on average in May. It rains for an average of 8 days out of the entire month.
Is Flagstaff windy in May?
The average speed of wind in Flagstaff, United States during May is 29.2km/h (18.1mph) and average windgust is 47.7km/h (29.6mph). On some days in May wind can reach up to 45.5km/h (28.3mph).
What is the direction of the wind in Flagstaff in May?
Most days of May the wind is blowing from Southwest direction in Flagstaff.
What are the humidity levels in Flagstaff in May?
The average humidity levels in Flagstaff in May are 44%. Daily humidity levels in Flagstaff range from 27.1% to 74.7% during May.
How many hours of daylight are in Flagstaff in May?
Flagstaff has 14 hours 01 minutes of daylight in May on average. Sunset and sunrise times gradually change throughout the month. Sunrise in Flagstaff in May is at 5:22:56 and the sunset is at 19:24:16.
What is the cloud coverage in Flagstaff in May?
Clouds cover 19.2% of the sky on average throughout May in Flagstaff. The cloud coverage ranges from 0% to 59.6% depending on the day of the month.
What is the UV level in May in Flagstaff?
The average UV index in Flagstaff is 8.2 in May. UV levels change throughout the month and range from 4 to 9.
What is the solar radiation in Flagstaff in May?
The average solar radiation is 239.4 W/m2 (Watts per square meter) in Flagstaff during May. However solar radiation levels change throughout the month and range from 37.9 W/m2 to 412.4 W/m2.
What is the solar energy during May in Flagstaff?
The average solar energy during May in Flagstaff is 20.7 MJ/m2 (megajoules per square metre). Solar energy ranges from 3.4 MJ/m2, to 35.6 MJ/m2 during May.
Are there severe weather risks in Flagstaff in May?
Yes, there is a 10% risk for severe weather in Flagstaff, United States in May.
What is the air pressure in Flagstaff in May?
On average the air pressure in Flagstaff in May is 1013.1 mb (millibars). Throughout the month the sea level pressure ranges from 1006.5 mb to 1021.3 mb.
What is the visibility in Flagstaff in May?
The average daylight visibility in Flagstaff in May is 15.9 km (9.9 miles). Depending on the precipitation the visibility ranges from 14.9 km (9.3 miles) to 16 km (9.9 miles) throughout May.
What is the dew point in Flagstaff in May?
The average dew point in Flagstaff during May is -1.8°C (28.8°F).
Where is the data for Flagstaff climate in May coming from?
The climate data for Flagstaff, Arizona, United States in May is collected from the following weather stations.
- FLAGSTAFF PULLIAM AIRPORT, AZ US
- SEDONA AIRPORT, AZ US
- FLAGSTAFF, AZ US
- N7CEE Flagstaff AZ US
- AL3A Flagstaff AZ US
- KCMR
- KFLG
- KSEZ
- FLAGSTAFF AZ US
- SNOWSLIDE CANYON AZ US SNOTEL