May weather forecast
Empire, CO

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Empire, is a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 50.7°F (10.4°C) and an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

May's onset witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C) in April to a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C). May nights in Empire, Colorado, present a sharp contrast to daytime highs, with average temperatures of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 67%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.7 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall in Empire, Colorado. May is the month with the most snowfall in Empire. Snow falls for 16.1 days and accumulates 17.48" (444mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Empire, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of May in Empire, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:24 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Empire is 10.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Empire?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Empire, is 50.7°F (10.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Empire?

In Empire, the average relative humidity in May is 67%.

What is the rainiest month in Empire?

The month with the most rainfall in Empire, Colorado, is May, when the rain falls for 16.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Empire in May?

In Empire, Colorado, in May, it is raining for 16.7 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Empire?

The month with the most snowfall is May, when snow falls for 16.1 days and typically aggregates up to 17.48" (444mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in May in Empire?

In Empire, in May, during 16.1 snowfall days, 17.48" (444mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Empire?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Empire, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:24 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Empire have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Empire?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Empire, Colorado, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Empire, CO

Average temperature in May - Empire, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 50.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (70°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.2°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (8.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Empire, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Empire, CO

Average wind speed in May - Empire, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Empire, CO

Average humidity in May - Empire, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (51%).

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Average rainfall in May
Empire, CO

Average rainfall in May - Empire, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in May
Empire, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Empire, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Empire, CO

Average snowfall in May - Empire, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 17.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is May (17.48").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.12").

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Average snowfall days in May
Empire, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Empire, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (18.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.5 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Empire, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Empire, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Empire, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 5.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Empire, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Empire, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Empire, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in May
Empire, CO

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

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

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