May weather forecast
Lamar, CO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Lamar, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between min 52.9°F (11.6°C) and max 75.9°F (24.4°C).

Temperature

May introduces a marginal temperature uplift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from April's refreshing 67.3°F (19.6°C) to a moderately hot 75.9°F (24.4°C). Throughout the month of May, Lamar observes a dramatic downturn from the daytime peak temperatures, expecting an average low of 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 46%.

Rainfall

In Lamar, during May, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Lamar, Colorado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 79.5 days and collects up to 8.9" (226mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Lamar aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Lamar, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.6 days and aggregates up to 7.09" (180mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lamar, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:07 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in May leads to these recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

During May, Lamar experiences an average high-temperature of 75.9°F (24.4°C) and a low-temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Lamar, the average relative humidity in May is 46%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout May, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Lamar aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lamar have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:07 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Lamar, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.3h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Lamar, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Lamar, CO

Average temperature in May - Lamar, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Lamar, CO

Average pressure in May - Lamar, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.8"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Lamar, CO

Average wind speed in May - Lamar, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Lamar, CO

Average humidity in May - Lamar, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 46%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).

Average rainfall in May
Lamar, CO

Average rainfall in May - Lamar, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
Lamar, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Lamar, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lamar, CO

Average snowfall in May - Lamar, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lamar, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Lamar, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lamar, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lamar, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Lamar, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Lamar, CO

Average UV index in May - Lamar, CO
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Lamar, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Lamar, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 21

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in May
Lamar, CO

Average visibility in May - Lamar, 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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