May weather forecast
Colfax, WA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Colfax, Washington, with an average temperature fluctuating between 64.4°F (18°C) and 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's fresh 55°F (12.8°C) to a comfortable 64.4°F (18°C). In the month of May, the average low-temperature in Colfax usually rests at a frosty 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 66%.

Rainfall

In Colfax, Washington, in May, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Colfax, there are 120.2 rainfall days, and 14.69" (373mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Colfax aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Colfax, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.6 days and aggregates up to 22.68" (576mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Colfax, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 5min.
On the first day of May in Colfax, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:58 am and sunset at 8:35 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Colfax, the average sunshine in May is 10.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Colfax is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Colfax?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Colfax, Washington, are 64.4°F (18°C) and 43°F (6.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Colfax?

The average relative humidity in May is 66%.

How many days does it rain in May in Colfax?

In Colfax, in May, during 12.5 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Colfax?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Colfax aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

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

In Colfax, Washington, the average day length in May is 15h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Colfax?

On the first day of May in Colfax, Washington, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:58 am and sunset at 8:35 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Colfax?

In Colfax, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Colfax?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Colfax, WA

Average temperature in May - Colfax, WA
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Colfax, WA

Average pressure in May - Colfax, WA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Colfax, WA

Average wind speed in May - Colfax, WA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Colfax, WA

Average humidity in May - Colfax, WA
  • Average humidity in May: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (37%).

Average rainfall in May
Colfax, WA

Average rainfall in May - Colfax, WA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
Colfax, WA

Average rainfall days in May - Colfax, WA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Colfax, WA

Average snowfall in May - Colfax, WA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Colfax, WA

Average snowfall days in May - Colfax, WA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Colfax, WA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Colfax, WA
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Colfax, WA

Average sunshine days in May - Colfax, WA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Colfax, WA

Average UV index in May - Colfax, WA
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Colfax, WA

Average cloud cover in May - Colfax, WA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in May
Colfax, WA

Average visibility in May - Colfax, WA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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