May weather forecast
Ophir, CO

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A rough unmarked road through the shrubs and hilly slopes in the mountainous region heading to Ophir town, Colorado
A rough unmarked road through the shrubs and hilly slopes in the mountainous region heading to Ophir town, Colorado

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a fresh month in Ophir, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average high of 50°F (10°C) and an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 39°F (3.9°C) in April to a cool 50°F (10°C). In May, the temperature sees a substantial plunge from daytime highs to a low average of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 62%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout May, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 107.5 rainfall days, and 26.34" (669mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Ophir, during May, snow falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 11.81" (300mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 117.7 snowfall days, and 123.82" (3145mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:27 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during May leads to these advisories:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 27, 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 50°F (10°C) and a low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 62%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Ophir, Colorado, during May, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in May?

In May, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout May, 11.81" (300mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:27 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Ophir, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average humidity
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
Ophir, CO

Average temperature in May - Ophir, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 50°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 (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Ophir, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Ophir, CO

Average wind speed in May - Ophir, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Ophir, CO

Average humidity in May - Ophir, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (45%).

Average rainfall in May
Ophir, CO

Average rainfall in May - Ophir, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.3").

Average rainfall days in May
Ophir, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Ophir, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ophir, CO

Average snowfall in May - Ophir, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 11.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (19.88").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.12").

Average snowfall days in May
Ophir, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Ophir, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (17.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.3 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ophir, 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: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ophir, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Ophir, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Ophir, CO

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Ophir, CO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in May
Ophir, CO

Average visibility in May - Ophir, 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, February and December (4mi).

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