Palm Springs vs Phoenix in May

Palm Springs and Phoenix are nearly tied in May — 70 vs 67 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Palm Springs is sweltering, dry; Phoenix is hot, dry.

Palm Springs vs Phoenix — May climate, side by side

🇺🇸 Palm Springs🇺🇸 Phoenix
Comfort score70/100 (B)67/100 (C)
Feels-like high34°C33°C
Avg high / low34° / 19°35° / 21°
Rainfall2 mm1 mm
Rainy days11
Humidity43%19%
Air quality (AQI)7659

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

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Palm Springs vs Phoenix in May — FAQ

Is May better in Palm Springs or Phoenix?
Palm Springs and Phoenix are nearly tied in May — 70 vs 67 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Palm Springs is sweltering, dry; Phoenix is hot, dry.
What is the weather like in Palm Springs vs Phoenix in May?
In May, Palm Springs averages 34°C high / 19°C low with about 2 mm of rain; Phoenix averages 35°C high / 21°C low with about 1 mm.