May weather forecast
Powderhorn, CO

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Powderhorn, is a moderate month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57.2°F (14°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from April's frosty 45°F (7.2°C) to a moderate 57.2°F (14°C). Despite a stark disparity with daily highs, Powderhorn records an average nighttime temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in May.

Humidity

In Powderhorn, the average relative humidity in May is 53%.

Rainfall

In Powderhorn, in May, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Powderhorn, there are 99.9 rainfall days, and 9.76" (248mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In May, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout May, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 85 snowfall days, and 42.87" (1089mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Powderhorn is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, in Powderhorn, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:25 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during May translates into the following directions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Powderhorn?

The high-temperature, in May, in Powderhorn, records 57.2°F (14°C), while the low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 53%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Powderhorn, during May, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in May?

In Powderhorn, in May, during 5.8 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:25 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Powderhorn have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.5h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Powderhorn, CO

Average temperature in May - Powderhorn, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 57.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Powderhorn, CO

Average pressure in May - Powderhorn, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Powderhorn, CO

Average wind speed in May - Powderhorn, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Powderhorn, CO

Average humidity in May - Powderhorn, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (44%).

Average rainfall in May
Powderhorn, CO

Average rainfall in May - Powderhorn, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in May
Powderhorn, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Powderhorn, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Powderhorn, CO

Average snowfall in May - Powderhorn, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.13").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Powderhorn, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Powderhorn, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

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

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: 11h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Powderhorn, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Powderhorn, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

Average UV index in May
Powderhorn, CO

Average UV index in May - Powderhorn, CO
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Powderhorn, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Powderhorn, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in May
Powderhorn, CO

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

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