May weather forecast
Hesperus, CO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Hesperus, Colorado, with an average temperature varying between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 59.9°F (15.5°C).

Temperature

Hesperus's weather in May presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) in April to a moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C). Throughout May nights, Hesperus reports a steady thermal contrast from the day, with an average low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 48%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout May, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hesperus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.4 days and collects up to 20.63" (524mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 4.3 snowfall days, in May, Hesperus aggregates 4.17" (106mm) of snow. In Hesperus, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.1 days and aggregates up to 74.06" (1881mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Hesperus is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:26 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Hesperus, the average sunshine in May is 11.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hesperus in May?

Hesperus in May has an average high-temperature of 59.9°F (15.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Hesperus, Colorado, the average relative humidity in May is 48%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout May, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 4.3 snowfall days, in May, Hesperus aggregates 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hesperus have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:26 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hesperus have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.2h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Hesperus, CO

Average temperature in May - Hesperus, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 59.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Hesperus, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Hesperus, CO

Average wind speed in May - Hesperus, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Hesperus, CO

Average humidity in May - Hesperus, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (37%).

Average rainfall in May
Hesperus, CO

Average rainfall in May - Hesperus, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.94").

Average rainfall days in May
Hesperus, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Hesperus, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Hesperus, CO

Average snowfall in May - Hesperus, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Hesperus, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Hesperus, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hesperus, CO
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Hesperus, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Hesperus, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Hesperus, CO

Average UV index in May - Hesperus, CO
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Hesperus, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Hesperus, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in May
Hesperus, CO

Average visibility in May - Hesperus, 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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