May weather forecast
Derby, CO

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Derby, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between min 44.4°F (6.9°C) and max 69.1°F (20.6°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature mildly increases in May, edging from a refreshing 60.3°F (15.7°C) in April to a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C). Derby's May nights cool down significantly from the day's heat, to an average low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Derby, Colorado, is 51%.

Rainfall

In Derby, in May, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Derby, during the entire year, the rain falls for 48.3 days and collects up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Derby. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Derby aggregates 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Derby, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.6 days and aggregates up to 8.5" (216mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Derby, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 24min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:21 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.3h.

UV index

In Derby, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Derby in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Derby, is 69.1°F (20.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Derby?

The average relative humidity in May in Derby, Colorado, is 51%.

How many days does it rain in May in Derby?

In Derby, Colorado, in May, during 6.2 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Derby?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Derby aggregates 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

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

In Derby, the average day length in May is 14h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Derby?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:21 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Derby have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Derby?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Derby is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Derby, CO

Average temperature in May - Derby, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Derby, CO

Average pressure in May - Derby, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

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

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Average wind speed in May
Derby, CO

Average wind speed in May - Derby, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Derby, CO

Average humidity in May - Derby, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

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Average rainfall in May
Derby, CO

Average rainfall in May - Derby, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.59").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in May
Derby, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Derby, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (8.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Derby, CO

Average snowfall in May - Derby, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Derby, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Derby, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Derby, CO
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Derby, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Derby, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (28.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (19.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Derby, CO

Average UV index in May - Derby, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Derby, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Derby, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 25

The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and May (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in May
Derby, CO

Average visibility in May - Derby, 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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