May weather forecast
Superior, CO

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Weather in May

May in Superior serves as a prelude to summer, characterized by a depth of change in atmosphere. Temperatures scale up to 66°F (18.9°C) on average and rain showers displace snow, marking a notable shift in the weather pattern. Lengthening daylight hours stand testament to the seasonal transition. Threading through the month, May prepares the landscape for the warm embrace of a Colorado summer.

Temperature

The shift from April to May in Superior introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 57.6°F (14.2°C) to a still refreshing 66°F (18.9°C). A considerable shift from the daytime highs is observed in Superior during May nights, with an average low of 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Humidity

In Superior, Colorado, the average relative humidity in May is 54%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are May and July, with an average 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Superior. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.6 snowfall days, in May, Superior aggregates 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Superior, there are 36.7 snowfall days, and 13.98" (355mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Superior, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 25min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:22 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Superior, the average sunshine in May is 11.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Superior is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Superior in May?

In May, in Superior, the average high-temperature is 66°F (18.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.7°F (5.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Superior?

The average relative humidity in May in Superior, Colorado, is 54%.

What is the wettest month in Superior?

The wettest months are May and July, with an average 0.87" (22mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in May in Superior?

In Superior, in May, during 14.4 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Superior?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Superior. During 1.6 snowfall days, in May, Superior aggregates 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length in Superior, Colorado, is 14h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Superior?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Superior, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:22 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Superior?

The average sunshine duration in May in Superior is 11.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Superior?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Superior, CO

Average temperature in May - Superior, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 66°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 41.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Superior, CO

Average pressure in May - Superior, 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
Superior, CO

Average wind speed in May - Superior, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Superior, CO

Average humidity in May - Superior, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

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Average rainfall in May
Superior, CO

Average rainfall in May - Superior, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.87"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.16").

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Average rainfall days in May
Superior, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Superior, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Superior, CO

Average snowfall in May - Superior, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.79"

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
Superior, CO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Superior, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Superior, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

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Average UV index in May
Superior, CO

Average UV index in May - Superior, CO
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Superior, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Superior, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 26

The months with the most cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in May
Superior, CO

Average visibility in May - Superior, 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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