May weather forecast
Westplains, CO

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Westplains, Colorado, with an average temperature varying between 68.9°F (20.5°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's refreshing 59.7°F (15.4°C) to an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C). Westplains usually reports an average low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) during the month of May.

Humidity

In Westplains, the average relative humidity in May is 57%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) 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, Westplains aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Westplains, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.4 days and aggregates up to 12.13" (308mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Westplains, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:19 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Westplains is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Westplains?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 68.9°F (20.5°C) and a low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Westplains, the average relative humidity in May is 57%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Westplains, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Westplains?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in May, Westplains aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Westplains have in May?

The average day length in May in Westplains is 14h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 8:19 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Westplains, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Westplains is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Westplains, CO

Average temperature in May - Westplains, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23°F).

Average pressure in May
Westplains, CO

Average pressure in May - Westplains, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.88"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Westplains, CO

Average wind speed in May - Westplains, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9mph).

Average humidity in May
Westplains, CO

Average humidity in May - Westplains, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

Average rainfall in May
Westplains, CO

Average rainfall in May - Westplains, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Westplains, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Westplains, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Westplains, CO

Average snowfall in May - Westplains, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Westplains, CO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Westplains, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Westplains, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Westplains, CO

Average UV index in May - Westplains, CO
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Westplains, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Westplains, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in May
Westplains, CO

Average visibility in May - Westplains, 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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