May weather forecast
Cotopaxi, CO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a mild month in Cotopaxi, Colorado, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59.5°F (15.3°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

An upsurge in temperatures occurs as April gives way to May, with average highs shifting from a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) to a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C). Cotopaxi's average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) in May reflects a considerable decline from the daytime peak.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 50%.

Rainfall

In Cotopaxi, in May, it is raining for 4.7 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 58.1 rainfall days, and 5.83" (148mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cotopaxi, in May, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Cotopaxi, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.8 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Cotopaxi, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:20 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Cotopaxi, Colorado, the average sunshine in May is 11.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Cotopaxi is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cotopaxi in May?

In Cotopaxi, 59.5°F (15.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.5°F (0.3°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Cotopaxi?

The average relative humidity in May in Cotopaxi, Colorado, is 50%.

How many days does it rain in May in Cotopaxi?

In May, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout May, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cotopaxi in May?

In Cotopaxi, Colorado, during May, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May in Cotopaxi is 14h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Cotopaxi?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:20 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cotopaxi have in May?

In Cotopaxi, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Cotopaxi?

In Cotopaxi, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. 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
Cotopaxi, CO

Average temperature in May - Cotopaxi, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 59.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Cotopaxi, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Cotopaxi, CO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Cotopaxi, CO

Average humidity in May - Cotopaxi, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 50%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

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Average rainfall in May
Cotopaxi, CO

Average rainfall in May - Cotopaxi, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in May
Cotopaxi, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Cotopaxi, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Cotopaxi, CO

Average snowfall in May - Cotopaxi, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Cotopaxi, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Cotopaxi, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cotopaxi, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Cotopaxi, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Cotopaxi, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Cotopaxi, CO

Average UV index in May - Cotopaxi, CO
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Cotopaxi, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Cotopaxi, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in May
Cotopaxi, CO

Average visibility in May - Cotopaxi, 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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