May weather forecast
Lay, CO

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Lay, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between min 37.9°F (3.3°C) and max 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) to a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C). May presents a pronounced divergence from daily peak temperatures, with the average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 53%.

Rainfall

In Lay, during May, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 76.8 rainfall days, and 9.88" (251mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.6 snowfall days, in May, Lay aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 68.6 snowfall days, and 41.3" (1049mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 27min.
On the first day of May in Lay, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:35 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11.1h.

UV index

In Lay, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and a low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Lay, the average relative humidity in May is 53%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Lay, in May, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.6 snowfall days, in May, Lay aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lay have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:35 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lay have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Lay, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Lay, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Lay, CO

Average wind speed in May - Lay, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Lay, CO

Average humidity in May - Lay, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 53%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

Average rainfall in May
Lay, CO

Average rainfall in May - Lay, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (0.39").

Average rainfall days in May
Lay, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Lay, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lay, CO

Average snowfall in May - Lay, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lay, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Lay, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lay, CO
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

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: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lay, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Lay, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Lay, CO

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Lay, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Lay, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in May
Lay, CO

Average visibility in May - Lay, CO
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

Lay, Colorado, USA

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