May weather forecast
Olney Springs, CO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Olney Springs, Colorado, with an average temperature varying between 76.5°F (24.7°C) and 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of May, moving from an enjoyable 67.1°F (19.5°C) in April to a warm 76.5°F (24.7°C). In Olney Springs, the May nights descend to a significantly cooler average of 53.2°F (11.8°C) compared to daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 41%.

Rainfall

In Olney Springs, during May, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Olney Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.8 days and collects up to 10.67" (271mm) 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, Olney Springs aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.8 snowfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:12 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Olney Springs is 11.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Olney Springs, is 76.5°F (24.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 41%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Olney Springs, Colorado, in May, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does Olney Springs have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Olney Springs?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:12 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Olney Springs have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Olney Springs is 11.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Olney Springs, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value 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
Olney Springs, CO

Average temperature in May - Olney Springs, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Olney Springs, CO

Average pressure in May - Olney Springs, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Olney Springs, CO

Average wind speed in May - Olney Springs, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (7.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Olney Springs, CO

Average humidity in May - Olney Springs, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 41%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (57%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (36%).

Average rainfall in May
Olney Springs, CO

Average rainfall in May - Olney Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Olney Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Olney Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Olney Springs, CO

Average snowfall in May - Olney Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Olney Springs, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Olney Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Olney Springs, CO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Olney Springs, 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 months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Olney Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Olney Springs, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Olney Springs, CO

Average UV index in May - Olney Springs, 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
Olney Springs, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Olney Springs, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 22

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

Average visibility in May
Olney Springs, CO

Average visibility in May - Olney Springs, 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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