Sedona Weather in May: Temperature, Precipitation, Wind
Sedona, United States in May experiences a warm and dry climate, characteristic of its desert location in Arizona. The average temperature hovers around 19.4°C (66.8°F), with daytime highs reaching 26.0°C (78.8°F) and nighttime lows dipping to 12.9°C (55.2°F). The “feels like” temperature closely mirrors the actual temperature, averaging 19.2°C (66.6°F).
Humidity levels in Sedona during May are relatively low, with an average of 30.6%. Precipitation is scarce, with only 0.12 mm (0.005 inches) of rainfall expected throughout the month. Rain occurs on approximately 6 days, covering a mere 2.7% of the time. The most common precipitation type is rain, and severe weather risk is low at 10%.
Wind conditions in Sedona during May are moderate to breezy. Average wind speeds measure 27.1 km/h (16.8 mph), with gusts reaching up to 44.1 km/h (27.4 mph). Atmospheric pressure remains stable at 1017.0 hPa.
Skies in Sedona are predominantly clear in May, with an average cloud cover of only 12.3%. Visibility extends to an impressive 16.0 km (9.9 miles). The UV index is high at 9.6, indicating intense sun exposure.
Visitors to Sedona’s popular attractions, such as Cathedral Rock and Oak Creek Canyon, enjoy ample daylight. Sunrise occurs around 5:24 AM, while sunset takes place at approximately 7:24 PM, providing over 14 hours of daylight for outdoor activities.
What is the temperature in Sedona in May?
Average air temperature in Sedona is 19.4°C (66.8°F) in May. The outside temperature in Sedona feels like 19.2°C (66.6°F) on a typical May day. The highest average temperature during sunny days is 26°C (78.8°F) and feels like 25.3°C (77.6°F). The lowest average temperature after dark is 12.9°C (55.2°F) which feels like 12.7°C (54.8°F).
How hot is Sedona in May?
The hot temperature in May in Sedona rises to 29.9°C (85.8°F) on sunny days with low cloud coverage and 30.6% humidity. During hottest days of May it feels like 28.1 °C (82.6°F). The average maximum temp in Sedona is 26°C (82.6°F) during day time in May.
How cold is Sedona in May?
The coldest temp in Sedona in May drops to 6.6°C (43.9°F) during the cold nights. With 27.1km/h (16.8mph) winds and 30.6% humidity it feels like 6.2°C (43.2°F) on the coldest nights. The average minimum temperature is 12.9°C (55.2°F) during night time in May.
Does it rain in Sedona in May?
Yes, it rains for 6 days in Sedona, United States in May averaging 0.12 mm of precipitation. Sedona has a 19.4% chance for rain throughout the entire month of May.
How much does it rain in Sedona throughout May?
Sedona has 0.12 mm (0 inch) of rain per day on average in May. It rains for an average of 6 days out of the entire month.
Is Sedona windy in May?
The average speed of wind in Sedona, United States during May is 27.1km/h (16.8mph) and average windgust is 44.1km/h (27.4mph). On some days in May wind can reach up to 39.1km/h (24.3mph).
What is the direction of the wind in Sedona in May?
Most days of May the wind is blowing from East-Southeast direction in Sedona.
What are the humidity levels in Sedona in May?
The average humidity levels in Sedona in May are 30.6%. Daily humidity levels in Sedona range from 18.7% to 65.5% during May.
How many hours of daylight are in Sedona in May?
Sedona has 13 hours 59 minutes of daylight in May on average. Sunset and sunrise times gradually change throughout the month. Sunrise in Sedona in May is at 5:24:06 and the sunset is at 19:23:59.
What is the cloud coverage in Sedona in May?
Clouds cover 12.3% of the sky on average throughout May in Sedona. The cloud coverage ranges from 0% to 46.8% depending on the day of the month.
What is the UV level in May in Sedona?
The average UV index in Sedona is 9.6 in May. UV levels change throughout the month and range from 6 to 10.
What is the solar radiation in Sedona in May?
The average solar radiation is 285.3 W/m2 (Watts per square meter) in Sedona during May. However solar radiation levels change throughout the month and range from 141.1 W/m2 to 329.6 W/m2.
What is the solar energy during May in Sedona?
The average solar energy during May in Sedona is 24.7 MJ/m2 (megajoules per square metre). Solar energy ranges from 12.1 MJ/m2, to 28.6 MJ/m2 during May.
Are there severe weather risks in Sedona in May?
Yes, there is a 10% risk for severe weather in Sedona, United States in May.
What is the air pressure in Sedona in May?
On average the air pressure in Sedona in May is 1017 mb (millibars). Throughout the month the sea level pressure ranges from 1011.8 mb to 1024.8 mb.
What is the visibility in Sedona in May?
The average daylight visibility in Sedona in May is 16 km (9.9 miles). Depending on the precipitation the visibility ranges from 15.8 km (9.8 miles) to 16 km (9.9 miles) throughout May.
What is the dew point in Sedona in May?
The average dew point in Sedona during May is 0.3°C (32.5°F).
Where is the data for Sedona climate in May coming from?
The climate data for Sedona, Arizona, United States in May is collected from the following weather stations.
- PRESCOTT LOVE FIELD, AZ US
- FLAGSTAFF PULLIAM AIRPORT, AZ US
- SEDONA AIRPORT, AZ US
- KFLG
- KPRC
- KSEZ
- OAK CREEK AZ US
- HAPPY JACK AZ US SNOTEL