May weather forecast
Blue River, CO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a chilly month in Blue River, Colorado, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

Blue River's transition into May is marked by a temperature shift, moving from a cold 33.6°F (0.9°C) in April to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). A noteworthy thermal contrast characterizes Blue River's May nights, with temperatures averaging at a subzero cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

In Blue River, the average relative humidity in May is 71%.

Rainfall

In Blue River, in May, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 110.4 rainfall days, and 24.09" (612mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. The month with the most snowfall is May, when snow falls for 19 days and typically aggregates up to 19.69" (500mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:24 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in May leads to these recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Blue River in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Blue River, is 45.5°F (7.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How much does it rain in Blue River in May?

In Blue River, in May, during 12.3 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

May is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 19 days and accumulates 19.69" (500mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in May?

In Blue River, during May, snow falls for 19 days and regularly aggregates up to 19.69" (500mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Blue River have in May?

In Blue River, the average day length in May is 14h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Blue River, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:24 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Blue River have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Blue River, CO

Average temperature in May - Blue River, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (65.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (21.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.1°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (0.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Blue River, CO

Average pressure in May - Blue River, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Blue River, CO

Average wind speed in May - Blue River, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Blue River, CO

Average humidity in May - Blue River, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (54%).

Average rainfall in May
Blue River, CO

Average rainfall in May - Blue River, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").

Average rainfall days in May
Blue River, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Blue River, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Blue River, CO

Average snowfall in May - Blue River, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 19.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is May (19.69").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.24").

Average snowfall days in May
Blue River, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Blue River, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 19 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (22.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (1.3 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Blue River, CO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Blue River, 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: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Blue River, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Blue River, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Blue River, CO

Average UV index in May - Blue River, CO
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Blue River, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Blue River, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in May
Blue River, CO

Average visibility in May - Blue River, CO
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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