May weather forecast
Elk Springs, CO

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Elk Springs, is an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 65.1°F (18.4°C) and an average low of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

As Elk Springs, Colorado, enters May, the average high-temperature increases from the a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) of April to an enjoyable 65.1°F (18.4°C). Elk Springs's nighttime temperature in May drops to an average of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 41%.

Rainfall

In Elk Springs, during May, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. In Elk Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.4 days and collects up to 10.16" (258mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elk Springs are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Elk Springs aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elk Springs, there are 53.5 snowfall days, and 26.02" (661mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Elk Springs is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of May in Elk Springs, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:37 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Elk Springs?

May temperatures in Elk Springs vary between a high-temperature of 65.1°F (18.4°C) and a low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Elk Springs?

The average relative humidity in May in Elk Springs is 41%.

How many days does it rain in May in Elk Springs?

In May, in Elk Springs, Colorado, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout May, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Elk Springs?

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

How many hours of daylight does Elk Springs have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Elk Springs?

On the first day of May in Elk Springs, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:37 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elk Springs have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Elk Springs is 11.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Elk Springs?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Elk Springs, Colorado, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average temperature in May - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.1°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 (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.2°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 (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average pressure in May - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.28"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average wind speed in May - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average humidity in May - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 41%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (31%).

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Average rainfall in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average rainfall in May - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average snowfall in May - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 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
Elk Springs, CO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13 days).

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Average UV index in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average UV index in May - Elk Springs, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 21

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average visibility in May - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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