May weather forecast
Orchard Mesa, CO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Orchard Mesa, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average low of 45°F (7.2°C) and an average high of 69.1°F (20.6°C).

Temperature

May brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from April's mild 58.6°F (14.8°C) to a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C). May is characterized by a distinct thermal shift, with nighttime lows averaging at a frosty 45°F (7.2°C).

Humidity

In Orchard Mesa, the average relative humidity in May is 37%.

Rainfall

In Orchard Mesa, during May, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Orchard Mesa, there are 93.6 rainfall days, and 8.46" (215mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Orchard Mesa, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Orchard Mesa is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:33 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.6h.

UV index

In Orchard Mesa, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Orchard Mesa in May?

In Orchard Mesa, in May, the average high-temperature is 69.1°F (20.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 45°F (7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Orchard Mesa?

In May, the average relative humidity in Orchard Mesa is 37%.

How much does it rain in Orchard Mesa in May?

In Orchard Mesa, during May, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Orchard Mesa?

In Orchard Mesa, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Orchard Mesa in May?

In May, in Orchard Mesa, Colorado, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Orchard Mesa?

In Orchard Mesa, the average day length in May is 14h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Orchard Mesa?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Orchard Mesa, Colorado, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:33 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Orchard Mesa have in May?

In Orchard Mesa, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Orchard Mesa?

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

Average temperature in May - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average pressure in May - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average wind speed in May - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average humidity in May - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 37%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (29%).

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Average rainfall in May
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average rainfall in May - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in May
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average snowfall in May - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Orchard Mesa, 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: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average UV index in May - Orchard Mesa, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in May
Orchard Mesa, CO

Average visibility in May - Orchard Mesa, CO
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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