May weather forecastAmherst, CO
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Amherst, Colorado, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 69.4°F (20.8°C).Temperature
May showcases a minor temperature ascent, adjusting from April's mild 60.6°F (15.9°C) to a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C). An average minimum temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C) marks the month of May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 59%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.8 days and accumulates 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Amherst aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Amherst, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.9 days and aggregates up to 15.55" (395mm) of snow.Daylight
In Amherst, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 8:13 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 10.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Amherst, CO
- Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 49.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Amherst, CO
- Average pressure in May: 29.88"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Amherst, CO
- Average wind speed in May: 11.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Amherst, CO
- Average humidity in May: 59%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (51%).
Average rainfall in May
Amherst, CO
- Average rainfall in May: 2.99"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").
Average rainfall days in May
Amherst, CO
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are November and December (4.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Amherst, CO
- Average snowfall in May: 0.55"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Amherst, CO
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Amherst, CO
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 6min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Amherst, CO
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Amherst, CO
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Amherst, CO
- Average cloud cover in May: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in May
Amherst, CO
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
