May weather forecast
Placerville, CO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a cool month in Placerville, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average high of 50°F (10°C) and an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

The transition to May introduces an increase in the average high-temperature, shifting from a wintry 39°F (3.9°C) in April to a fresh 50°F (10°C). Placerville encounters a significant temperature differential, with an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) during May nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Placerville is 62%.

Rainfall

In Placerville, in May, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Placerville, Colorado, there are 107.5 rainfall days, and 26.34" (669mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Placerville, in May, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 11.81" (300mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 117.7 snowfall days, and 123.82" (3145mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Placerville is 14h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of May, in Placerville, Colorado, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:28 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.9h.

UV index

In Placerville, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during May morphs into the following directions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Placerville?

During May, Placerville experiences an average high-temperature of 50°F (10°C) and a low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Placerville?

In Placerville, Colorado, the average relative humidity in May is 62%.

How many days does it rain in May in Placerville?

In May, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout May, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Placerville in May?

In May, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout May, 11.81" (300mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Placerville have in May?

In Placerville, Colorado, the average day length in May is 14h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Placerville?

On the first day of May in Placerville, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:28 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Placerville?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Placerville, Colorado, is 10.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Placerville?

In Placerville, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in May 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
Placerville, CO

Average temperature in May - Placerville, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 50°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 (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Placerville, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Placerville, CO

Average wind speed in May - Placerville, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Placerville, CO

Average humidity in May - Placerville, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (45%).

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Average rainfall in May
Placerville, CO

Average rainfall in May - Placerville, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in May
Placerville, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Placerville, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Placerville, CO

Average snowfall in May - Placerville, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 11.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (19.88").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.12").

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Average snowfall days in May
Placerville, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Placerville, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.3 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Placerville, CO
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Placerville, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Placerville, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Placerville, CO

Average UV index in May - Placerville, 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
Placerville, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Placerville, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in May
Placerville, CO

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

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

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