May weather forecastAurora, CO
May
Weather in May
The city basks in the warmth of the sun in May, thanks to the temperature steadily yet significantly rising up to 67.8°F (19.9°C) This month indicates the true start of the summer season, as the city transitions from spring. The commencement of warmer months also brings a marked increase in daylight hours. Nevertheless, the city witnesses an increase in rainfall this month, leading to frequent downpours interspersed with sunny intervals. Overall, May signifies the beginning of longer days, warmer temperatures, and frequent showers.Temperature
The shift from April to May in Aurora sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C) to a comfortable 67.8°F (19.9°C). Despite a significant daily temperature range, Aurora's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 44.1°F (6.7°C) in May.Humidity
In Aurora, the average relative humidity in May is 53%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in May, Aurora aggregates 2.56" (65mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.6 snowfall days, and 27.95" (710mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Aurora, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 23min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:20 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Aurora, the average sunshine in May is 11.2h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Aurora, CO
- Average high temperature in May: 67.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 44.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Aurora, CO
- Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Aurora, CO
- Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and December (6.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Aurora, CO
- Average humidity in May: 53%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).
Average rainfall in May
Aurora, CO
- Average rainfall in May: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.43").
Average rainfall days in May
Aurora, CO
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Aurora, CO
- Average snowfall in May: 2.56"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Aurora, CO
- Average snowfall days in May: 1.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Aurora, CO
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 12min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Aurora, CO
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Aurora, CO
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Aurora, CO
- Average cloud cover in May: 25
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in May
Aurora, 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).
