May weather forecast
Palmer Lake, CO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Palmer Lake, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average low of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average high of 61°F (16.1°C).

Temperature

May sees a marginal temperature increase, moving from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in April to a comfortable 61°F (16.1°C). A pronounced dip becomes evident during the nights in May as Palmer Lake logs a consistent average temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 57%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.4 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Palmer Lake, Colorado, are January through June, September through December. In May, in Palmer Lake, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout May, 5.98" (152mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 68.6 snowfall days, and 50.51" (1283mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Palmer Lake, Colorado, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of May, in Palmer Lake, Colorado, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:19 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Palmer Lake is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Palmer Lake in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Palmer Lake, Colorado, during May are 61°F (16.1°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Palmer Lake?

In May, the average relative humidity is 57%.

What is the wettest month in Palmer Lake?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Palmer Lake, Colorado. Rain falls for 16.4 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Palmer Lake?

In Palmer Lake, during May, the rain falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Palmer Lake in May?

In Palmer Lake, Colorado, in May, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 5.98" (152mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Palmer Lake have in May?

In Palmer Lake, Colorado, the average day length in May is 14h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Palmer Lake?

On the first day of May in Palmer Lake, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:19 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Palmer Lake have in May?

In Palmer Lake, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Palmer Lake?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Palmer Lake is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average temperature in May - Palmer Lake, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 61°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 38.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average pressure in May - Palmer Lake, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average wind speed in May - Palmer Lake, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average humidity in May - Palmer Lake, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (48%).

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Average rainfall in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average rainfall in May - Palmer Lake, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Palmer Lake, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average snowfall in May - Palmer Lake, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 5.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (9.29").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Palmer Lake, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Palmer Lake, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Palmer Lake, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average UV index in May - Palmer Lake, CO
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Palmer Lake, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 30).
The months with the least cloud cover are September, October and November (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average visibility in May - Palmer Lake, 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).

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