May weather forecast
Salida, CO

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Weather in May

May carries the torch of transformation sparked in April. The increasing temperatures and decreasing snowfall from 1.73" (44mm) to 0.04" (1mm) paint Salida with a palette of greenery and wildlife. As the days grow longer, the people of Salida have greater opportunities to engage with their beautiful surroundings. The dominant weather pattern shifts from snow and cold to rain and warmth. June further progresses into the summer season, resulting in even warmer temperatures and a variety of exciting weather patterns.

Temperature

With the transition into May, Salida experiences an increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in April to a moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C). During May nights, Salida documents a marked contrast from daily highs, with an average temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

In Salida, the average relative humidity in May is 51%.

Rainfall

In Salida, Colorado, during May, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 66.3 rainfall days, and 6.38" (162mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Salida, in May, during 3.1 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Salida, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.4 days and aggregates up to 19.88" (505mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:22 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Salida, is 59.4°F (15.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Salida is 51%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Salida, in May, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in May?

In Salida, Colorado, in May, during 3.1 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:22 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Salida have in May?

In Salida, Colorado, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Salida, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Salida, CO

Average temperature in May - Salida, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (10.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Salida, CO

Average pressure in May - Salida, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Salida, CO

Average wind speed in May - Salida, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Salida, CO

Average humidity in May - Salida, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 51%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).

Average rainfall in May
Salida, CO

Average rainfall in May - Salida, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.2").

Average rainfall days in May
Salida, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Salida, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Salida, CO

Average snowfall in May - Salida, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Salida, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Salida, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Salida, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Salida, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Salida, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Salida, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Salida, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Salida, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in May
Salida, CO

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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