May weather forecast
Sheridan, CO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Sheridan, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between min 43.9°F (6.6°C) and max 68°F (20°C).

Temperature

May brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C) to a pleasant 68°F (20°C). During May, Sheridan reports a marked contrast from daily peak temperatures, with an average nighttime reading of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 51%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Sheridan. Rain falls for 14 days and accumulates 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.6 snowfall days, in May, Sheridan aggregates 2.44" (62mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33 snowfall days, and 26.26" (667mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sheridan, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:21 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Sheridan, Colorado, is 11.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Sheridan is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Sheridan in May?

Sheridan in May has an average high-temperature of 68°F (20°C) and an average low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Sheridan?

In May, the average relative humidity in Sheridan is 51%.

What is the rainiest month in Sheridan?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Sheridan. Rain falls for 14 days and accumulates 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Sheridan?

In May, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout May, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Sheridan?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.6 snowfall days, in May, Sheridan aggregates 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Sheridan?

In Sheridan, the average day length in May is 14h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Sheridan?

On the first day of May in Sheridan, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:21 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sheridan have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Sheridan is 11.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Sheridan?

In Sheridan, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sheridan, CO

Average temperature in May - Sheridan, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 68°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Sheridan, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Sheridan, CO

Average wind speed in May - Sheridan, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Sheridan, CO

Average humidity in May - Sheridan, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (64%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (41%).

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Average rainfall in May
Sheridan, CO

Average rainfall in May - Sheridan, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in May
Sheridan, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Sheridan, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Sheridan, CO

Average snowfall in May - Sheridan, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Sheridan, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Sheridan, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sheridan, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Sheridan, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Sheridan, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14 days).

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Average UV index in May
Sheridan, CO

Average UV index in May - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Sheridan, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in May
Sheridan, CO

Average visibility in May - Sheridan, 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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