May weather forecast
Westcliffe, CO

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Westcliffe, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 64.8°F (18.2°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

As May begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 55.8°F (13.2°C) in April to an enjoyable 64.8°F (18.2°C). Westcliffe documents a substantial deviation from daytime highs with a consistent low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) during May nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 47%.

Rainfall

In Westcliffe, in May, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 108.6 rainfall days, and 10.83" (275mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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, Westcliffe aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Westcliffe, during the entire year, snow falls for 38 days and aggregates up to 23.94" (608mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Westcliffe is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:18 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Westcliffe is 11.5h.

UV index

In Westcliffe, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Westcliffe?

During May, Westcliffe experiences an average high-temperature of 64.8°F (18.2°C) and a low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Westcliffe?

The average relative humidity in May is 47%.

How many days does it rain in May in Westcliffe?

In Westcliffe, in May, during 14.6 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Westcliffe?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in May, Westcliffe aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Westcliffe have in May?

In May, the average day length in Westcliffe, Colorado, is 14h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Westcliffe?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:18 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Westcliffe have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.5h.

How high is the UV index in May in Westcliffe?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Westcliffe, CO

Average temperature in May - Westcliffe, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Westcliffe, CO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Westcliffe, CO

Average wind speed in May - Westcliffe, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Westcliffe, CO

Average humidity in May - Westcliffe, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 47%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).

Average rainfall in May
Westcliffe, CO

Average rainfall in May - Westcliffe, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.31").

Average rainfall days in May
Westcliffe, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Westcliffe, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Westcliffe, CO

Average snowfall in May - Westcliffe, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Westcliffe, CO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Westcliffe, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Westcliffe, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Westcliffe, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Westcliffe, CO

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July 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
Westcliffe, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Westcliffe, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 20

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 23).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September, October and November (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in May
Westcliffe, CO

Average visibility in May - Westcliffe, 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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