May weather forecastDolores, CO
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Dolores, Colorado, with an average temperature fluctuating between 68.5°F (20.3°C) and 44.6°F (7°C).Temperature
May's arrival brings a change in high-temperatures, moving from a refreshing 58.8°F (14.9°C) in April to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C). May nights are characterized by a significant departure from the daytime highs, dropping to an average temperature of 44.6°F (7°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Dolores, Colorado, is 34%.Rainfall
In Dolores, Colorado, during May, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dolores, there are 78.9 rainfall days, and 9.84" (250mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Dolores is 14h and 12min.On the first day of May in Dolores, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:29 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Dolores, Colorado, is 11.5h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Dolores, CO
- Average high temperature in May: 68.5°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 (35.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 44.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Dolores, CO
- Average pressure in May: 29.88"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Dolores, CO
- Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Dolores, CO
- Average humidity in May: 34%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).
Average rainfall in May
Dolores, CO
- Average rainfall in May: 0.51"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (1.26").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.2").
Average rainfall days in May
Dolores, CO
- Average rainfall days in May: 5.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Dolores, CO
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Dolores, CO
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dolores, CO
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Dolores, CO
- Average sunshine days in May: 24.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (26.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Dolores, CO
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Dolores, CO
- Average cloud cover in May: 15
The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in May
Dolores, 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).
