May weather forecast
Shawnee, CO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a fresh month in Shawnee, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and max 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Shawnee experiences a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C) in April to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). Compared to daytime temperatures, Shawnee's temperature drops significantly, averaging a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 64%.

Rainfall

In Shawnee, during May, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 96 rainfall days, and 10.08" (256mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Shawnee, Colorado, during May, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.26" (159mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 74.9 snowfall days, and 35.39" (899mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:22 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Shawnee is 10h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During May, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In Shawnee, in May, the average high-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Shawnee, the average relative humidity in May is 64%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Shawnee, in May, during 11.2 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in May?

In Shawnee, in May, snow falls for 9.7 days, with typically accumulated 6.26" (159mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shawnee have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:22 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Shawnee, CO

Average temperature in May - Shawnee, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 53.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (11.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Shawnee, CO

Average pressure in May - Shawnee, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Shawnee, CO

Average wind speed in May - Shawnee, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Shawnee, CO

Average humidity in May - Shawnee, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (50%).

Average rainfall in May
Shawnee, CO

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
Shawnee, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Shawnee, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shawnee, CO

Average snowfall in May - Shawnee, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 6.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (6.73").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0.04").

Average snowfall days in May
Shawnee, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Shawnee, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.1 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shawnee, 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: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Shawnee, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Shawnee, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Shawnee, CO

Average UV index in May - Shawnee, CO
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Shawnee, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Shawnee, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and May (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in May
Shawnee, CO

Average visibility in May - Shawnee, 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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