May weather forecast
Orchard, CO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Orchard, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between max 69.3°F (20.7°C) and min 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

May showcases a minor temperature ascent, adjusting from April's moderate 60.6°F (15.9°C) to an agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C). Throughout May, Orchard acknowledges a distinct difference between its daytime highs and the steady low average of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 54%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14 days and typically aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Orchard. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Orchard aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Orchard, Colorado, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.8 days and aggregates up to 12.83" (326mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Orchard, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:19 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.8h.

UV index

In Orchard, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature, in May, in Orchard, is 69.3°F (20.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 47.3°F (8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 54%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 14 days and typically aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Orchard, during May, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Orchard aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 8:19 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Orchard, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (22.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Orchard, CO

Average pressure in May - Orchard, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Orchard, CO

Average wind speed in May - Orchard, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (7.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Orchard, CO

Average humidity in May - Orchard, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (64%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (45%).

Average rainfall in May
Orchard, CO

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.39").

Average rainfall days in May
Orchard, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Orchard, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Orchard, CO

Average snowfall in May - Orchard, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Orchard, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Orchard, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Orchard, CO

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Orchard, CO

Average UV index in May - Orchard, CO
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Orchard, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Orchard, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in May
Orchard, CO

Average visibility in May - Orchard, 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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