May weather forecast
Parachute, CO

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Gorgeous brown and golden trees in the fall, seen in the wide river with a far view of rocks and hills in Parachute, Colorado
Gorgeous brown and golden trees in the fall, seen in the wide river with a far view of rocks and hills in Parachute, Colorado

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Parachute, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.7°F (3.7°C) and max 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Temperature

An increase in the average high-temperature marks May, moving from April's cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) to a refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C). Parachute experiences a dramatic descent in temperature during May, with the average nighttime reading settling at an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 49%.

Rainfall

In Parachute, during May, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Parachute, Colorado, there are 122.7 rainfall days, and 17.91" (455mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Parachute. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Parachute aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.1 snowfall days, and 49.21" (1250mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:33 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Parachute, the average sunshine in May is 11.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Parachute is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Parachute in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Parachute, is 62.4°F (16.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 38.7°F (3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 49%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Parachute, during May, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Parachute aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Parachute have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:33 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes 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
Parachute, CO

Average temperature in May - Parachute, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 38.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Parachute, CO

Average pressure in May - Parachute, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.26"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Parachute, CO

Average wind speed in May - Parachute, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Parachute, CO

Average humidity in May - Parachute, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (37%).

Average rainfall in May
Parachute, CO

Average rainfall in May - Parachute, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.83").

Average rainfall days in May
Parachute, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Parachute, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Parachute, CO

Average snowfall in May - Parachute, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (12.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Parachute, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Parachute, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Parachute, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Parachute, CO

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

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Parachute, CO

Average UV index in May - Parachute, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Parachute, CO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in May
Parachute, CO

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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