May weather forecast
Federal Heights, CO

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Weather in May

May brings a refreshing warmth to Federal Heights as temperatures soar from 43.5°F (6.4°C) to 68°F (20°C). Turning the heat up a notch, May experiences the highest rainfall of the year, receiving a generous 2.05" (52mm). The snowfall plummets strikingly down to 2.6" (66mm) throughout May. Longer daylight hours of 14.4 hours provide ample time for outdoor activities. The wind speed remains constant at 6.1mph (9.8km/h), offering gentle breezes.

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Federal Heights notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a mild 59.7°F (15.4°C) to an agreeable 68°F (20°C). Federal Heights anticipates a pronounced temperature drop from daily highs during the nights of May, with an average low of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 51%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.6 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.7 snowfall days, in May, Federal Heights aggregates 2.6" (66mm) of snow. In Federal Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.4 days and aggregates up to 31.3" (795mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 24min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:22 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Federal Heights, the average sunshine in May is 11.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Federal Heights, is 68°F (20°C), while the average low-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Federal Heights, the average relative humidity in May is 51%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Federal Heights, during May, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.7 snowfall days, in May, Federal Heights aggregates 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:22 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Federal Heights, CO

Average temperature in May - Federal Heights, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 68°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Federal Heights, CO

Average pressure in May - Federal Heights, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Federal Heights, CO

Average wind speed in May - Federal Heights, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August, September and December (5.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Federal Heights, CO

Average humidity in May - Federal Heights, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (65%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (40%).

Average rainfall in May
Federal Heights, CO

Average rainfall in May - Federal Heights, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Federal Heights, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Federal Heights, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Federal Heights, CO

Average snowfall in May - Federal Heights, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Federal Heights, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Federal Heights, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Federal Heights, CO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Federal Heights, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Federal Heights, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Federal Heights, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Federal Heights, CO

Average UV index in May - Federal Heights, 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
Federal Heights, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Federal Heights, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in May
Federal Heights, CO

Average visibility in May - Federal Heights, 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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