May weather forecast
Leadville, CO

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Weather in May

As May embraces Leadville, Colorado, spring's influence becomes more evident in weather. Nearly double the sunshine hours of January make it apparent that the city is inching closer to summer. Despite this, the months remain cool with periodic snowfall that continues to captivate winter sport enthusiasts. Rainfall tends to increase, making the landscape lush and aiding the full bloom of flora. May noticeably differs from the falling temperatures of the retrospect April and the forthcoming warmer June.

Temperature

In Leadville, stepping into May brings a temperature increase, moving up from April's cold 35.6°F (2°C) to a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C). Leadville registers a significant drop in temperature in May, with average nighttime lows of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 10.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In May, it is snowing for 16.2 days. Throughout May, 15.59" (396mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141.6 snowfall days, and 104.69" (2659mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 21min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:25 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Leadville, the average sunshine in May is 10.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 47.1°F (8.4°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Leadville, Colorado, is 69%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, in Leadville, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout May, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in May?

In May, it is snowing for 16.2 days. Throughout May, 15.59" (396mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:25 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Leadville have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Leadville, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Leadville, CO

Average temperature in May - Leadville, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 47.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Leadville, CO

Average pressure in May - Leadville, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.2"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Leadville, CO

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and June (6.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Leadville, CO

Average humidity in May - Leadville, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (52%).

Average rainfall in May
Leadville, CO

Average rainfall in May - Leadville, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.98").

Average rainfall days in May
Leadville, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Leadville, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Leadville, CO

Average snowfall in May - Leadville, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 15.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (18.11").
The month with the least snowfall is August (0.28").

Average snowfall days in May
Leadville, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Leadville, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (1 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Leadville, CO
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Leadville, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Leadville, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Leadville, CO

Average UV index in May - Leadville, CO
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Leadville, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Leadville, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in May
Leadville, CO

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

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

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