May weather forecast
Ridgway, CO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a cool month in Ridgway, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between max 54.1°F (12.3°C) and min 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

Ridgway sees an increase in the average high-temperature with the arrival of May, moving from April's frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C) to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). Ridgway reports a significant contrast between daytime and nighttime temperatures, with an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C) in May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 57%.

Rainfall

In Ridgway, Colorado, in May, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ridgway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.7 days and collects up to 18.11" (460mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Ridgway, in May, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.21" (107mm) of snow. In Ridgway, during the entire year, snow falls for 91.5 days and aggregates up to 66.1" (1679mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Ridgway, Colorado, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:28 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Ridgway, Colorado, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Ridgway?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Ridgway, is 54.1°F (12.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Ridgway?

In Ridgway, the average relative humidity in May is 57%.

How many days does it rain in May in Ridgway?

In Ridgway, in May, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Ridgway in May?

In Ridgway, Colorado, during May, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ridgway have in May?

The average day length in May in Ridgway is 14h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Ridgway?

On the first day of May in Ridgway, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:28 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ridgway have in May?

In Ridgway, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Ridgway?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Ridgway is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Ridgway, CO

Average temperature in May - Ridgway, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Ridgway, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.24"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Ridgway, CO

Average wind speed in May - Ridgway, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Ridgway, CO

Average humidity in May - Ridgway, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 57%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (42%).

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Average rainfall in May
Ridgway, CO

Average rainfall in May - Ridgway, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in May
Ridgway, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Ridgway, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Ridgway, CO

Average snowfall in May - Ridgway, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (11.81").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Ridgway, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Ridgway, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.2 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
Ridgway, CO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ridgway, CO
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

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: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Ridgway, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Ridgway, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Ridgway, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Ridgway, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Ridgway, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in May
Ridgway, CO

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

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

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