May weather forecast
Elba, CO

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Elba, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.8°F (8.8°C) and max 68.9°F (20.5°C).

Temperature

A slight uplift of average high-temperatures is noted in May, with temperatures adjusting from a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C) in April to a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C). May brings Elba a consistent average low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 56%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Elba. Rain falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in May, Elba aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.1 snowfall days, and 14.13" (359mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Elba, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:15 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Elba in May?

In May, in Elba, the average high-temperature is 68.9°F (20.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Elba?

In Elba, the average relative humidity in May is 56%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Elba, during May, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in May, Elba aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elba have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 24min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:15 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elba have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Elba, CO

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Elba, CO

Average wind speed in May - Elba, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Elba, CO

Average humidity in May - Elba, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 56%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (64%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (47%).

Average rainfall in May
Elba, CO

Average rainfall in May - Elba, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Elba, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Elba, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elba, CO

Average snowfall in May - Elba, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elba, CO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elba, 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: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elba, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Elba, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Elba, CO

Average UV index in May - Elba, 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
Elba, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Elba, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in May
Elba, CO

Average visibility in May - Elba, 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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