May weather forecast
Dillon, CO

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The brown and golden trees near the iconic Dillon reservoir in Colorado
The brown and golden trees near the iconic Dillon reservoir in Colorado

Weather in May

May marks the decrease in snowfall to 16.61" (422mm), paving the way for warmer days. Dillon embraces spring in all its glory, as days get longer and life blooms freely around the town. The lingering chill in the air gradually disappears, with temperatures becoming more comfortable. Nature enthusiasts can venture out and explore the vibrant flowering species. Rainfall increases, resulting in lush green landscapes.

Temperature

May in Dillon sees a rise in the average high-temperature, climbing from an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C) in April to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C). Dillon, amidst the high May temperatures, experiences a substantial shift to an average nighttime low of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Dillon, Colorado, is 70%.

Rainfall

In Dillon, in May, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dillon, there are 111.5 rainfall days, and 23.19" (589mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Dillon, during May, snow falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 16.61" (422mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 149 snowfall days, and 108.54" (2757mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Dillon is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:25 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Dillon is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Dillon in May?

Dillon in May has an average high-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Dillon?

In Dillon, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.

How many days does it rain in May in Dillon?

In Dillon, during May, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in May in Dillon?

In Dillon, Colorado, in May, snow falls for 18.1 days, with typically accumulated 16.61" (422mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dillon have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Dillon?

On the first day of May in Dillon, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:25 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Dillon?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Dillon?

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

Average temperature in May - Dillon, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (39.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (0.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Dillon, CO

Average pressure in May - Dillon, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Dillon, CO

Average wind speed in May - Dillon, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Dillon, CO

Average humidity in May - Dillon, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (53%).

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Average rainfall in May
Dillon, CO

Average rainfall in May - Dillon, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in May
Dillon, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Dillon, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Dillon, CO

Average snowfall in May - Dillon, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 16.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (18.27").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.47").

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Average snowfall days in May
Dillon, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Dillon, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (21 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (1.8 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dillon, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Dillon, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Dillon, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Dillon, CO

Average UV index in May - Dillon, CO
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Dillon, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Dillon, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in May
Dillon, CO

Average visibility in May - Dillon, CO
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).

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