May weather forecast
Elk Springs, CO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Elk Springs, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average low of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and an average high of 65.1°F (18.4°C).

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during May moves from April's fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) to an enjoyable 65.1°F (18.4°C). An average temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) marks the nights in May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 41%.

Rainfall

In Elk Springs, Colorado, in May, during 12.3 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 114.4 rainfall days, and 10.16" (258mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elk Springs are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Elk Springs aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 53.5 snowfall days, and 26.02" (661mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:37 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Elk Springs, the average sunshine in May is 11.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Elk Springs in May?

During May, Elk Springs experiences an average high-temperature of 65.1°F (18.4°C) and a low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Elk Springs, the average relative humidity in May is 41%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Elk Springs, in May, during 12.3 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Elk Springs. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Elk Springs aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Elk Springs have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:37 pm MDT.

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

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.3h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average temperature in May - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average pressure in May - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.28"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average wind speed in May - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average humidity in May - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 41%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (31%).

Average rainfall in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average rainfall in May - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average snowfall in May - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elk Springs, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13 days).

Average UV index in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average UV index in May - Elk Springs, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 21

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in May
Elk Springs, CO

Average visibility in May - Elk Springs, CO
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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