May weather forecast
Arvada, CO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Arvada, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between min 42.8°F (6°C) and max 65.8°F (18.8°C).

Temperature

As Arvada, Colorado, welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a modest rise, transitioning from a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C) in April to an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C). May nights indicate a noticeable temperature drop from the daytime highs, with an average reading lowering to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 52%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) 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, Arvada aggregates 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Arvada, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.9 days and aggregates up to 32.17" (817mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 23min.
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 May, the average sunshine is 11.3h.

UV index

In Arvada, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Arvada in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 65.8°F (18.8°C) and 42.8°F (6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Arvada, the average relative humidity in May is 52%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.1 days and accumulates 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Arvada, during May, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.6 snowfall days, in May, Arvada aggregates 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Arvada have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

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, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:22 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Arvada have in May?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Arvada, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (20.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Arvada, CO

Average pressure in May - Arvada, 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).

Average wind speed in May
Arvada, CO

Average wind speed in May - Arvada, 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).

Average humidity in May
Arvada, CO

Average humidity in May - Arvada, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (66%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (41%).

Average rainfall in May
Arvada, CO

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Arvada, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Arvada, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Arvada, CO

Average snowfall in May - Arvada, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Arvada, CO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Arvada, 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).

Average sunshine days in May
Arvada, CO

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Arvada, CO

Average UV index in May - Arvada, 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).

Average cloud cover in May
Arvada, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Arvada, 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).

Average visibility in May
Arvada, CO

Average visibility in May - Arvada, 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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