May weather forecast
Steamboat Springs, CO

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Winter, snow on trees, and the beautiful gondola house afar, in the Steamboat Springs Resort, Colorado
Winter, snow on trees, and the beautiful gondola house afar, in the Steamboat Springs Resort, Colorado

Weather in May

May in Steamboat Springs leads to a remarkable retreat from the grip of cold weather as spring unveils its complete glory. Thermometer readings fluctuate from 31.8°F (-0.1°C) to 55.6°F (13.1°C), indicating an upswing in temperature trends. The city enters an enchanting phase with blossoming flowers, green fields and clear blue skies. Rainfall becomes more common than snowfall, adding to the freshness of the air. Although short-lived, the beautiful spring brings relief from the harsh winter and introduces the advent of summer.

Temperature

As May begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) in April to a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C). Nightly readings in May display a noticeable downturn from daily highs, with the average low-temperature registering a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 64%.

Rainfall

In Steamboat Springs, in May, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Steamboat Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 74.4 days and collects up to 8.15" (207mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Steamboat Springs, Colorado, during May, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Steamboat Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 79.6 days and aggregates up to 42.4" (1077mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Steamboat Springs, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of May, in Steamboat Springs, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:31 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Steamboat Springs is 10.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Steamboat Springs?

The high-temperature, in May, in Steamboat Springs, is 55.6°F (13.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Steamboat Springs?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Steamboat Springs?

In Steamboat Springs, Colorado, during May, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in May in Steamboat Springs?

In Steamboat Springs, Colorado, during May, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Steamboat Springs?

In May, the average day length in Steamboat Springs is 14h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Steamboat Springs?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Steamboat Springs, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:31 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Steamboat Springs have in May?

In Steamboat Springs, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Steamboat Springs?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average temperature in May - Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Steamboat Springs, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.24"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April, May and June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average wind speed in May - Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average humidity in May - Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).

Average rainfall in May
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average rainfall in May - Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.79"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and February (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average snowfall in May - Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.39").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average UV index in May - Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (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
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in May
Steamboat Springs, CO

Average visibility in May - Steamboat Springs, CO
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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