May weather forecast
Leadville, CO

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Weather in May

As May embraces Leadville, Colorado, spring's influence becomes more evident in weather. Nearly double the sunshine hours of January make it apparent that the city is inching closer to summer. Despite this, the months remain cool with periodic snowfall that continues to captivate winter sport enthusiasts. Rainfall tends to increase, making the landscape lush and aiding the full bloom of flora. May noticeably differs from the falling temperatures of the retrospect April and the forthcoming warmer June.

Temperature

The commencement of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 35.6°F (2°C) in April to a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C). Nightly average temperatures in May reveal a significant dip from daytime highs, registering a consistent a freezing cold 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Leadville. Rain falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall in Leadville. In Leadville, in May, snow falls for 16.2 days, with typically accumulated 15.59" (396mm) of snow. In Leadville, during the entire year, snow falls for 141.6 days and aggregates up to 104.69" (2659mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Leadville, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 21min.
On the first day of May in Leadville, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:25 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Leadville, the average sunshine in May is 10.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Leadville is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Leadville?

The high-temperature in Leadville during May is 47.1°F (8.4°C) and the low-temperature is 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Leadville?

In Leadville, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

What is the rainiest month in Leadville?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Leadville, Colorado. Rain falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Leadville in May?

In May, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout May, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in May in Leadville?

In Leadville, in May, during 16.2 snowfall days, 15.59" (396mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in May in Leadville is 14h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Leadville?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:25 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Leadville have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Leadville, Colorado, is 10.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Leadville?

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

Average temperature in May - Leadville, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 47.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Leadville, CO

Average pressure in May - Leadville, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.2"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Leadville, CO

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and June (6.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Leadville, CO

Average humidity in May - Leadville, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (52%).

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Average rainfall in May
Leadville, CO

Average rainfall in May - Leadville, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in May
Leadville, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Leadville, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Leadville, CO

Average snowfall in May - Leadville, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 15.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (18.11").
The month with the least snowfall is August (0.28").

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Average snowfall days in May
Leadville, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Leadville, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (1 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Leadville, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Leadville, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Leadville, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Leadville, CO

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

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Leadville, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Leadville, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in May
Leadville, CO

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

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

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