May weather forecast
Sterling, CO

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Weather in May

Relatively moderate weather characterises May in Sterling. The pathways towards summer begin to unveil as temperatures become warmer, establishing an amicable difference when compared to the preceding months. The month also stands out with maximum rainfall, estimated at 2.95" (75mm) spread across 17.3 days, the peak through the year. Greater daylight hours amplify the radiance of Sterling, paving way for summer's golden touch in the coming days.

Temperature

The arrival of May brings a change in Sterling's weather, with average high-temperatures moving from April's mild 59.7°F (15.4°C) to a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C). An average temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) is recorded during the nights in May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Sterling is May, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Sterling. During 1.1 snowfall days, in May, Sterling aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Sterling, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.4 days and aggregates up to 12.13" (308mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:17 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Sterling is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Sterling?

The high-temperature during May is 68.9°F (20.5°C) and the low-temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Sterling?

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

What is the rainiest month in Sterling?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Sterling in May?

In Sterling, Colorado, in May, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Sterling?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Sterling. During 1.1 snowfall days, in May, Sterling aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sterling have in May?

In Sterling, the average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Sterling?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sterling, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:17 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sterling have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Sterling is 10.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Sterling?

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

Average temperature in May - Sterling, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23°F).

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Average pressure in May
Sterling, CO

Average pressure in May - Sterling, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.88"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Sterling, CO

Average wind speed in May - Sterling, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Sterling, CO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

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Average rainfall in May
Sterling, CO

Average rainfall in May - Sterling, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in May
Sterling, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Sterling, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Sterling, CO

Average snowfall in May - Sterling, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Sterling, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Sterling, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 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
Sterling, CO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sterling, CO
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Sterling, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Sterling, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Sterling, CO

Average UV index in May - Sterling, 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
Sterling, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Sterling, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in May
Sterling, CO

Average visibility in May - Sterling, 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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