Salt Lake City weather
in May
“The kind of pleasant weather you build a trip around.”
Roughly 8 rainy days across the month, on average.
In may, Salt Lake City settles into its kind, mild rhythm. The city keeps a different pulse than in summer or midwinter, and travellers who arrive with the right expectations are rewarded.
Days average around 22°C (72°F), cooling to 8°C after sunset. Rainfall is moderate — around 8 rainy days spread through the month. Long days of sunshine reward early starts.
These figures are climatological averages, drawn from a decade of daily records via the Open-Meteo Archive — not a forecast. But they are honest, and they are the sort of thing a good travel guide ought to tell you before you book the flight.
What to pack for Salt Lake City in May
- •A light layer for cool mornings and evenings
- •Layers, because the day changes
- •A merino base layer for the cold evenings
- •Reef-safe sunscreen and polarised sunglasses
- •Comfortable, broken-in walking shoes
- •A small daypack that won't look like a tourist beacon
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Salt Lake City in May — FAQ
Q01Is May a good time to visit Salt Lake City?
Is May a good time to visit Salt Lake City?
Yes — this is one of the best months of the year to visit. In May, Salt Lake City averages a high of 22°C (72°F) and a low of 8°C (47°F), with 45mm of rainfall across roughly 8 rainy days.
Q02What is the average temperature in Salt Lake City in May?
What is the average temperature in Salt Lake City in May?
The average high temperature in Salt Lake City during May is 22°C (72°F), with an average low of 8°C (47°F). These figures are averaged from ten years of daily records (2015–2024, Open-Meteo Archive).
Q03How many rainy days does Salt Lake City have in May?
How many rainy days does Salt Lake City have in May?
Salt Lake City averages approximately 8 rainy days in May, with a total monthly rainfall of about 45mm. This is based on daily precipitation records where days with 1mm or more of rain are counted as rainy days.
Q04What should I pack for Salt Lake City in May?
What should I pack for Salt Lake City in May?
For Salt Lake City in May, pack layered clothing for changing temperatures, a merino base layer for evenings, sunscreen and sunglasses, comfortable walking shoes. These recommendations are based on the ten-year weather averages for this specific month.
Q05How crowded is Salt Lake City in May?
How crowded is Salt Lake City in May?
Tourist crowds in Salt Lake City during May are typically moderate — shoulder season, a sweet spot between crowds and weather. Consider this when planning accommodation — prices track crowd levels closely.