May weather forecast
Palmer Lake, CO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Palmer Lake, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average high of 61°F (16.1°C) and an average low of 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, the average high-temperature subtly transitions from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in April to a comfortable 61°F (16.1°C). Palmer Lake records a significant temperature drop in May nights, lowering to an average of 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Palmer Lake is 57%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Palmer Lake is May, when the rain falls for 16.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In May, in Palmer Lake, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout May, 5.98" (152mm) of snow is accumulated. In Palmer Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.6 days and aggregates up to 50.51" (1283mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:19 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Palmer Lake, records 61°F (16.1°C), while the low-temperature is 38.7°F (3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Palmer Lake, the average relative humidity in May is 57%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.4 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Palmer Lake, during May, the rain falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in May?

In Palmer Lake, in May, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 5.98" (152mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Palmer Lake have in May?

In Palmer Lake, the average day length in May is 14h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Palmer Lake?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:19 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Palmer Lake, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Palmer Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average temperature in May - Palmer Lake, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 61°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 38.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (17.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Palmer Lake, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average wind speed in May - Palmer Lake, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average humidity in May - Palmer Lake, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (48%).

Average rainfall in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average rainfall in May - Palmer Lake, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0.63").

Average rainfall days in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Palmer Lake, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average snowfall in May - Palmer Lake, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 5.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (9.29").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Palmer Lake, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Palmer Lake, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Palmer Lake, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average UV index in May - Palmer Lake, CO
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Palmer Lake, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 30).
The months with the least cloud cover are September, October and November (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in May
Palmer Lake, CO

Average visibility in May - Palmer Lake, 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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