May weather forecast
Canyon City, OR

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Canyon City, is a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and an average low of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) in April to a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C). Contrasted against daytime highs, Canyon City records an average nighttime low of 36.1°F (2.3°C) in May.

Humidity

In Canyon City, the average relative humidity in May is 63%.

Rainfall

In Canyon City, in May, during 14.8 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Canyon City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.7 days and collects up to 17.09" (434mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Canyon City are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in May, Canyon City aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Canyon City, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.5 days and aggregates up to 39.17" (995mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:32 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.8h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

During May, Canyon City experiences an average high-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and a low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Canyon City?

The average relative humidity in May is 63%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout May, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in May, Canyon City aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Canyon City?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 8:32 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Canyon City, OR

Average temperature in May - Canyon City, OR
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Canyon City, OR

Average pressure in May - Canyon City, OR
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Canyon City, OR

Average wind speed in May - Canyon City, OR
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Canyon City, OR

Average humidity in May - Canyon City, OR
  • Average humidity in May: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

Average rainfall in May
Canyon City, OR

Average rainfall in May - Canyon City, OR
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Canyon City, OR

Average rainfall days in May - Canyon City, OR
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Canyon City, OR

Average snowfall in May - Canyon City, OR
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Canyon City, OR

Average snowfall days in May - Canyon City, OR
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Canyon City, OR

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Canyon City, OR
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Canyon City, OR

Average sunshine days in May - Canyon City, OR
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in May
Canyon City, OR

Average UV index in May - Canyon City, OR
  • 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Canyon City, OR

Average cloud cover in May - Canyon City, OR
  • Average cloud cover in May: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in May
Canyon City, OR

Average visibility in May - Canyon City, OR
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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