May weather forecast
Colorado Springs, CO

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Weather in May

In May, Colorado Springs transitions from spring towards the early inklings of summer. The temperatures suggest a prominent difference, ranging within a comfortable spot of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 62.4°F (16.9°C). Rainfall touches its peak as it reaches 2.6" (66mm), indicating a greater probability of wet days in comparison to other months. The weather also sees an increase in daylight hours and sunshine, both coming together to lighten the city for a larger part of the day. The wind also moderates, ensuring the balance between the warmth and cold.

Temperature

As May arrives in Colorado Springs, a slight rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in April to an enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C). Colorado Springs records a pronounced decline from the day's peak to an average nighttime low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) throughout May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Colorado Springs, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Colorado Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.3 days and collects up to 18.7" (475mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.8 snowfall days, in May, Colorado Springs aggregates 3.54" (90mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Colorado Springs, there are 56.2 snowfall days, and 42.13" (1070mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:18 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.9h.

UV index

In Colorado Springs, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Colorado Springs in May?

May temperatures in Colorado Springs vary between a high-temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C) and a low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Colorado Springs?

The average relative humidity in May in Colorado Springs is 54%.

How many days does it rain in May in Colorado Springs?

In May, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout May, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Colorado Springs?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Colorado Springs. During 2.8 snowfall days, in May, Colorado Springs aggregates 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Colorado Springs?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Colorado Springs?

On the first day of May in Colorado Springs, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:18 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Colorado Springs have in May?

In Colorado Springs, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Colorado Springs?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Colorado Springs is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Colorado Springs, CO

Average temperature in May - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Colorado Springs, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Colorado Springs, CO

Average wind speed in May - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Colorado Springs, CO

Average humidity in May - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (46%).

Average rainfall in May
Colorado Springs, CO

Average rainfall in May - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (0.63").

Average rainfall days in May
Colorado Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Colorado Springs, CO

Average snowfall in May - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Colorado Springs, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Colorado Springs, CO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Colorado Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Colorado Springs, CO

Average UV index in May - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Colorado Springs, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Colorado Springs, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 29).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and November (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in May
Colorado Springs, CO

Average visibility in May - Colorado Springs, 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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