May weather forecast
Clifton, CO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Clifton, Colorado, with an average temperature varying between 66.4°F (19.1°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

Observing a rise in May, the average high-temperature goes from April's moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) to an enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C). Clifton documents a significant temperature variance in May, with the mean nighttime lows settling at an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Clifton, Colorado, is 41%.

Rainfall

In Clifton, Colorado, in May, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 127.9 rainfall days, and 13.35" (339mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Clifton. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Clifton aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.6 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of May, in Clifton, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:33 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Clifton, the average sunshine in May is 11.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Clifton?

Clifton in May has an average high-temperature of 66.4°F (19.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Clifton?

In May, the average relative humidity is 41%.

How much does it rain in Clifton in May?

In May, in Clifton, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout May, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Clifton?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Clifton aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Clifton?

In Clifton, Colorado, the average day length in May is 14h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Clifton?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Clifton, Colorado, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:33 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Clifton?

The average sunshine duration in May in Clifton is 11.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Clifton?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Clifton is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Clifton, CO

Average temperature in May - Clifton, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Clifton, CO

Average pressure in May - Clifton, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Clifton, CO

Average wind speed in May - Clifton, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Clifton, CO

Average humidity in May - Clifton, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 41%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

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Average rainfall in May
Clifton, CO

Average rainfall in May - Clifton, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in May
Clifton, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Clifton, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Clifton, CO

Average snowfall in May - Clifton, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Clifton, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Clifton, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Clifton, CO

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

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Clifton, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Clifton, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Clifton, CO

Average UV index in May - Clifton, CO
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Clifton, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Clifton, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 20

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 33).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in May
Clifton, CO

Average visibility in May - Clifton, CO
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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