May weather forecast
Elkdale, CO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a fresh month in Elkdale, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and max 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

The commencement of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) in April to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). Despite a significant deviation from daily highs, May sees an average nighttime temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

In Elkdale, the average relative humidity in May is 65%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 12.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In Elkdale, Colorado, in May, snow falls for 12.2 days, with typically accumulated 7.87" (200mm) of snow. In Elkdale, during the entire year, snow falls for 110.7 days and aggregates up to 59.88" (1521mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Elkdale, Colorado, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 25min.
On the first day of May in Elkdale, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:26 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Elkdale is 10.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during May translates into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Elkdale?

In Elkdale, 52.3°F (11.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 28.6°F (-1.9°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Elkdale?

In Elkdale, the average relative humidity in May is 65%.

What is the wettest month in Elkdale?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Elkdale. Rain falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Elkdale?

In Elkdale, during May, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Elkdale in May?

In Elkdale, Colorado, during May, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May in Elkdale is 14h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Elkdale?

On the first day of May in Elkdale, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:26 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elkdale have in May?

In Elkdale, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Elkdale?

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

Average temperature in May - Elkdale, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Elkdale, CO

Average pressure in May - Elkdale, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Elkdale, CO

Average wind speed in May - Elkdale, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Elkdale, CO

Average humidity in May - Elkdale, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (49%).

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Average rainfall in May
Elkdale, CO

Average rainfall in May - Elkdale, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in May
Elkdale, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Elkdale, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Elkdale, CO

Average snowfall in May - Elkdale, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 7.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (10.94").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Elkdale, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Elkdale, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.1 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

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

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Elkdale, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Elkdale, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Elkdale, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Elkdale, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Elkdale, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in May
Elkdale, CO

Average visibility in May - Elkdale, CO
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (5mi).

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