May weather forecast
Buena Vista, CO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a fresh month in Buena Vista, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and an average high of 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Temperature

Buena Vista's transition into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C) in April to a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C). The month of May sees a significant daily temperature drop, recording an average low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 59%.

Rainfall

In May, in Buena Vista, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout May, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 121.5 rainfall days, and 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall in Buena Vista, Colorado. In May, in Buena Vista, it is snowing for 10.2 days. Throughout May, 7.24" (184mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Buena Vista, there are 106.6 snowfall days, and 62.44" (1586mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Buena Vista, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:23 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Buena Vista, the average sunshine in May is 11.3h.

UV index

In Buena Vista, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Buena Vista?

During May, Buena Vista experiences an average high-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C) and a low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Buena Vista?

The average relative humidity in May in Buena Vista is 59%.

How many days does it rain in May in Buena Vista?

In May, in Buena Vista, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout May, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in May in Buena Vista?

In Buena Vista, in May, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 7.24" (184mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Buena Vista have in May?

The average day length in May in Buena Vista, Colorado, is 14h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Buena Vista?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Buena Vista, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:23 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Buena Vista have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Buena Vista?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Buena Vista, CO

Average temperature in May - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 52.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (70.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.2°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (6.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Buena Vista, CO

Average pressure in May - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Buena Vista, CO

Average wind speed in May - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Buena Vista, CO

Average humidity in May - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (46%).

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Average rainfall in May
Buena Vista, CO

Average rainfall in May - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in May
Buena Vista, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Buena Vista, CO

Average snowfall in May - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 7.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (11.02").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Buena Vista, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.9 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Buena Vista, CO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Buena Vista, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Buena Vista, CO

Average UV index in May - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Buena Vista, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in May
Buena Vista, CO

Average visibility in May - Buena Vista, CO
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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