May weather forecastBasalt, CO
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Basalt, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and max 55.6°F (13.1°C).Temperature
May's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C). A steep decline to a subzero cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C) characterizes the May nights.Humidity
In Basalt, the average relative humidity in May is 61%.Rainfall
In Basalt, during May, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. In Basalt, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.7 days and collects up to 16.69" (424mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Basalt, in May, during 4.3 snowfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Basalt, during the entire year, snow falls for 100.5 days and aggregates up to 78.03" (1982mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 22min.On the first day of May in Basalt, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:28 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Basalt, the average sunshine in May is 11.2h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Basalt, CO
- Average high temperature in May: 55.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 28.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Basalt, CO
- Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.24"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Basalt, CO
- Average wind speed in May: 5.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Basalt, CO
- Average humidity in May: 61%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (48%).
Average rainfall in May
Basalt, CO
- Average rainfall in May: 1.73"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.63").
Average rainfall days in May
Basalt, CO
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Basalt, CO
- Average snowfall in May: 2.64"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.94").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Basalt, CO
- Average snowfall days in May: 4.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Basalt, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Basalt, CO
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Basalt, CO
- Average UV index in May: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Basalt, CO
- Average cloud cover in May: 24
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in May
Basalt, CO
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).
