May Weather in Cottonwood

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Cottonwood, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 13°C (55°F). Highs can soar to 29°C (85°F), while lows may dip to -2°C (29°F). Typically, the humidity level in Cottonwood throughout May hovers around 74%.

-2°C (29°F)

Minimum temperature

13°C (55°F)

Average temperature

29°C (85°F)

Maximum temperature

74%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Cottonwood averages 97 mm (3.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 13 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 21 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 25 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 45% probability of sunny days during this period.

97 mm (3.8 inches)

Precipitation

13 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 25 minutes

Sunshine hours

45%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Cottonwood reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 4 6 9 10 11 10 8 5 3 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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