May weather forecast
Fort Carson, CO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Fort Carson, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average high of 66.9°F (19.4°C) and an average low of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of May introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C) in April to an enjoyable 66.9°F (19.4°C). In May, the nighttime temperature in Fort Carson plummets remarkably from the daily apex to a steady average of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 49%.

Rainfall

In Fort Carson, in May, during 17.1 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fort Carson, Colorado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.1 days and collects up to 12.99" (330mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in May, Fort Carson aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45 snowfall days, and 23.5" (597mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:17 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Fort Carson?

May temperatures in Fort Carson, Colorado, vary between a high-temperature of 66.9°F (19.4°C) and a low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Fort Carson?

In May, the average relative humidity in Fort Carson, Colorado, is 49%.

How much does it rain in Fort Carson in May?

In May, in Fort Carson, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Fort Carson?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Fort Carson. During 1.3 snowfall days, in May, Fort Carson aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Carson have in May?

In Fort Carson, the average day length in May is 14h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Fort Carson?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:17 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Fort Carson?

In Fort Carson, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.4h.

How high is the UV index in May in Fort Carson?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Fort Carson is 5. 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 temperature in May
Fort Carson, CO

Average temperature in May - Fort Carson, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Fort Carson, CO

Average pressure in May - Fort Carson, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Fort Carson, CO

Average wind speed in May - Fort Carson, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Fort Carson, CO

Average humidity in May - Fort Carson, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

Average rainfall in May
Fort Carson, CO

Average rainfall in May - Fort Carson, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.43").

Average rainfall days in May
Fort Carson, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Fort Carson, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fort Carson, CO

Average snowfall in May - Fort Carson, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Fort Carson, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Fort Carson, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fort Carson, CO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fort Carson, 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: 11h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fort Carson, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Fort Carson, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Fort Carson, CO

Average UV index in May - Fort Carson, CO
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Fort Carson, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Fort Carson, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September, October and November (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in May
Fort Carson, CO

Average visibility in May - Fort Carson, 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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