May weather forecast
Cripple Creek, CO

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cripple Creek, is an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average high of 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Temperature

Cripple Creek's transition into May brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in April to a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C). Cripple Creek records a significant temperature drop in May nights, lowering to an average of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Cripple Creek is 54%.

Rainfall

In Cripple Creek, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. In Cripple Creek, Colorado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.3 days and collects up to 18.7" (475mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Cripple Creek. During 2.8 snowfall days, in May, Cripple Creek aggregates 3.54" (90mm) of snow. In Cripple Creek, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.2 days and aggregates up to 42.13" (1070mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:19 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Cripple Creek, the average sunshine in May is 10.9h.

UV index

In Cripple Creek, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Cripple Creek?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Cripple Creek, is 62.4°F (16.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Cripple Creek?

In Cripple Creek, the average relative humidity in May is 54%.

How much does it rain in Cripple Creek in May?

In Cripple Creek, Colorado, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Cripple Creek?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Cripple Creek, Colorado. During 2.8 snowfall days, in May, Cripple Creek aggregates 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Cripple Creek?

In Cripple Creek, Colorado, the average day length in May is 14h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Cripple Creek?

On the first day of May in Cripple Creek, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:19 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cripple Creek have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Cripple Creek is 10.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Cripple Creek?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Cripple Creek, Colorado, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Cripple Creek, CO

Average temperature in May - Cripple Creek, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Cripple Creek, CO

Average pressure in May - Cripple Creek, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Cripple Creek, CO

Average wind speed in May - Cripple Creek, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Cripple Creek, CO

Average humidity in May - Cripple Creek, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (46%).

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Average rainfall in May
Cripple Creek, CO

Average rainfall in May - Cripple Creek, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in May
Cripple Creek, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Cripple Creek, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Cripple Creek, CO

Average snowfall in May - Cripple Creek, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Cripple Creek, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Cripple Creek, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cripple Creek, CO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cripple Creek, 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: 10h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Cripple Creek, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Cripple Creek, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Cripple Creek, CO

Average UV index in May - Cripple Creek, CO
  • Average UV index in May: 4

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Cripple Creek, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Cripple Creek, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 29).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and November (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in May
Cripple Creek, CO

Average visibility in May - Cripple Creek, 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).

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