Salt Lake City · May
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 70°F, low 46°F. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
70° / 46°F
Humidity
49%
Rain days
13/mo
Wind
11 mph
What May feels like in Salt Lake City
Sunrise
06:10
Mid-month average
Sunset
20:38
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Salt Lake City in May
The kit for May in Salt Lake City: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
May vs the surrounding months
vs April
+10° avg high
0 rain days
Salt Lake City in April →
May
70°F avg high
13 rain days
Best: morning
vs June
-14° avg high
+8 rain days
Salt Lake City in June →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Salt Lake City in May?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Salt Lake City in May?+
Average high 70°F, average low 46°F.
How does May compare to surrounding months in Salt Lake City?+
Compared to April (avg high 60°F), May is warmer. Compared to June (avg high 84°F), May is cooler.
Does it rain often in Salt Lake City in May?+
Expect about 13 measurable rain days in May, on average.