May weather forecast
Estes Park, CO

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Weather in May

Compared to April, May's weather witnesses an increase in temperature. At 4.02" (102mm), rainfall peaks this month, sparking a growth spurt in local flora and fauna. With the chilly touch of winter fading away, Estes Park starts revealing its pleasantly warm and comfortable side. Though cooler nights persist, the daytime warmth feels appealing. The city adorns a beautiful green cover, complemented by a lively atmosphere under more than 14 hours of daylight.

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a chilly 42.8°F (6°C) to a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C) on average during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 66%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. In Estes Park, during May, snow falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 18.23" (463mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 114.1 snowfall days, and 105.67" (2684mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Estes Park, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:25 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Estes Park, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Estes Park, is 52.9°F (11.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 66%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Estes Park, during May, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in May?

In Estes Park, Colorado, in May, during 12.1 snowfall days, 18.23" (463mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Estes Park have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Estes Park?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:25 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Estes Park, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Estes Park, CO

Average temperature in May - Estes Park, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 52.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (12.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Estes Park, CO

Average pressure in May - Estes Park, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Estes Park, CO

Average wind speed in May - Estes Park, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Estes Park, CO

Average humidity in May - Estes Park, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (50%).

Average rainfall in May
Estes Park, CO

Average rainfall in May - Estes Park, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.02").

Average rainfall days in May
Estes Park, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Estes Park, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Estes Park, CO

Average snowfall in May - Estes Park, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 18.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (21.3").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Estes Park, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Estes Park, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (16.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Estes Park, CO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Estes Park, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Estes Park, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Estes Park, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Estes Park, CO

Average UV index in May - Estes Park, CO
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Estes Park, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Estes Park, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February and May (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in May
Estes Park, CO

Average visibility in May - Estes Park, 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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