May weather forecastNederland, CO

May
Weather in May
With the onset of May, Nederland, Colorado, finally nestles into the realms of spring weather. The city welcomes noticeable changes, as temperatures start rising consistently, pointing towards the impending summer. Ranging between 32.7°F (0.4°C) to 55°F (12.8°C), the city marks the final retreat of cold temperatures. The month presents the most rainfall, transforming the cityscape into a green wonderland. The increase in daylight hours further confirms the arrival of late spring, paving the way for summer.Temperature
May's onset brings a temperature rise, moving from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in April to a cool 55°F (12.8°C). During May, Nederland detects a significant contrast from its daytime temperatures, with nights averaging at a cold 32.7°F (0.4°C).Humidity
In Nederland, the average relative humidity in May is 63%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.6 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In May, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout May, 14.45" (367mm) of snow is accumulated. In Nederland, during the entire year, snow falls for 94.8 days and aggregates up to 86.42" (2195mm) of snow.Daylight
In Nederland, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 25min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:24 pm MDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.7h.UV index
In Nederland, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during May translates into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Nederland, CO
- Average high temperature in May: 55°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 32.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (13.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Nederland, CO
- Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Nederland, CO
- Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Nederland, CO
- Average humidity in May: 63%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (48%).
Average rainfall in May
Nederland, 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 January (0.71").
Average rainfall days in May
Nederland, CO
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Nederland, CO
- Average snowfall in May: 14.45"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (16.54").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Nederland, CO
- Average snowfall days in May: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Nederland, CO
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 24min
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: 9h and 42min
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Nederland, CO
- Average sunshine days in May: 10 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).
Average UV index in May
Nederland, CO
- Average UV index in May: 3
The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Nederland, CO
- Average cloud cover in May: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in May
Nederland, 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).





