May weather forecast
Placerville, CO

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Placerville, is a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between max 50°F (10°C) and min 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

A rise in the average high-temperature is observed during May, moving from a cold 39°F (3.9°C) in April to a fresh 50°F (10°C). Placerville registers a significant drop in temperature in May, with average nighttime lows of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 62%.

Rainfall

In Placerville, in May, during 9.1 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Placerville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.5 days and collects up to 26.34" (669mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Placerville, in May, during 11.1 snowfall days, 11.81" (300mm) of snow is typically accumulated. 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 15min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:28 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Placerville, the average sunshine in May is 10.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Placerville is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in May translates into this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

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?

In Placerville, the average relative humidity in May is 62%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout May, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in May?

In Placerville, in May, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 11.81" (300mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Placerville, the average day length in May is 14h and 15min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Placerville, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:28 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Placerville have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Placerville, 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
Placerville, CO

Average pressure in May - Placerville, 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
Placerville, CO

Average wind speed in May - Placerville, 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
Placerville, CO

Average humidity in May - Placerville, 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
Placerville, CO

Average rainfall in May - Placerville, 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
Placerville, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Placerville, 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
Placerville, CO

Average snowfall in May - Placerville, 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
Placerville, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Placerville, 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
Placerville, CO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Placerville, CO
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

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: 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
Placerville, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Placerville, 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
Placerville, CO

Average UV index in May - Placerville, 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
Placerville, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Placerville, 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
Placerville, CO

Average visibility in May - Placerville, 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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