May in Yuma, AZ: hot season for golf — play early; afternoons are oppressive. Best tee times: tee off before 8 AM to beat the heat.
| Average May Weather | |
|---|---|
| Avg daily high | 97°F |
| Avg daily low | 67°F |
| Rainy days | 0 / mo |
| Avg peak wind | 12.5 mph |
Based on 10 years of climate data (2015–2024), May in Yuma, AZ averages 97°F highs and 67°F lows. Expect about 0 days with measurable precipitation and peak winds averaging 12.5 mph. Our playability scoring treats wind under 8 mph as ideal, temperatures of 60–80°F as optimal, and rain probability below 20% as a green light — use these averages to gauge how often May hits those thresholds.
For Yuma in May, plan to tee off before 8 AM to beat the heat. Wind typically rises through the afternoon as thermal mixing builds, so earlier rounds tend to score higher on our playability scale.
Climate normals show the long-term picture, but day-to-day weather varies. Check today's live golf weather score for Yuma, AZ for the current playability rating, hourly wind, temperature, and the recommended tee time window.
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