May weather forecast
Walsenburg, CO

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A small town at the base of the iconic Spanish Peak Mountain ranges in Walsenburg, Colorado
A small town at the base of the iconic Spanish Peak Mountain ranges in Walsenburg, Colorado

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Walsenburg, Colorado, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.7°F (2.6°C) and max 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, a change in temperatures is observed, with average highs moving from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) to a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C). A significant drop from the day's peak to an average low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) is noted during the nights in May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 49%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout May, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Walsenburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.5 days and collects up to 19.84" (504mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Walsenburg. In Walsenburg, in May, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.09" (104mm) of snow. In Walsenburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.4 days and aggregates up to 53.07" (1348mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:14 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in May translates into this advice:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Walsenburg in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Walsenburg, is 61.3°F (16.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Walsenburg?

In Walsenburg, the average relative humidity in May is 49%.

How many days does it rain in May in Walsenburg?

In Walsenburg, Colorado, during May, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in May in Walsenburg?

In Walsenburg, Colorado, during May, snow falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Walsenburg?

In Walsenburg, Colorado, the average day length in May is 14h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Walsenburg?

On the first day of May in Walsenburg, Colorado, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:14 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Walsenburg?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Walsenburg is 11.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Walsenburg?

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

Average temperature in May - Walsenburg, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.3°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 (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Walsenburg, CO

Average pressure in May - Walsenburg, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Walsenburg, CO

Average wind speed in May - Walsenburg, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Walsenburg, CO

Average humidity in May - Walsenburg, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (43%).

Average rainfall in May
Walsenburg, CO

Average rainfall in May - Walsenburg, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in May
Walsenburg, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Walsenburg, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Walsenburg, CO

Average snowfall in May - Walsenburg, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 4.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (9.37").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Walsenburg, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Walsenburg, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 2min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Walsenburg, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Walsenburg, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6 days).

Average UV index in May
Walsenburg, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Walsenburg, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Walsenburg, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in May
Walsenburg, CO

Average visibility in May - Walsenburg, 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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