May weather forecast
Wellington, CO

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Wellington, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 40.6°F (4.8°C) and max 63.3°F (17.4°C).

Temperature

As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays a slight ascent, adjusting from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a refreshing 63.3°F (17.4°C). During the nights in May, Wellington records a pronounced shift from the daytime warmth, with a consistent average temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 56%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in May, Wellington aggregates 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Wellington, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.2 days and aggregates up to 15.98" (406mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Wellington is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:24 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Wellington is 10.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Wellington in May?

Wellington in May has an average high-temperature of 63.3°F (17.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Wellington?

The average relative humidity in May is 56%.

What is the rainiest month in Wellington?

The month with the most rainfall in Wellington is May, when the rain falls for 12.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Wellington?

In Wellington, Colorado, in May, during 12.1 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Wellington?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in May, Wellington aggregates 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wellington have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Wellington?

On the first day of May in Wellington, Colorado, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:24 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Wellington have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Wellington is 10.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Wellington?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Wellington, Colorado, is 4. A UV Index reading 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
Wellington, CO

Average temperature in May - Wellington, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 63.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Wellington, CO

Average pressure in May - Wellington, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Wellington, CO

Average wind speed in May - Wellington, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Wellington, CO

Average humidity in May - Wellington, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (67%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and September (45%).

Average rainfall in May
Wellington, CO

Average rainfall in May - Wellington, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.12").

Average rainfall days in May
Wellington, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Wellington, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Wellington, CO

Average snowfall in May - Wellington, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Wellington, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Wellington, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wellington, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Wellington, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Wellington, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Wellington, CO

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Wellington, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Wellington, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and May (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in May
Wellington, CO

Average visibility in May - Wellington, 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).

Wellington, Colorado, USA

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