May weather forecastHotchkiss, CO
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Hotchkiss, is a moderate month, with an average temperature varying between 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 57.9°F (14.4°C).Temperature
May brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from April's chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) to a refreshing 57.9°F (14.4°C). Hotchkiss experiences a significant reduction from daytime highs with an average low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) in May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 53%.Rainfall
In Hotchkiss, Colorado, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.8 rainfall days, and 22.87" (581mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through June, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hotchkiss, Colorado, during May, snow falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Hotchkiss, Colorado, there are 77.4 snowfall days, and 68.23" (1733mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 19min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:29 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Hotchkiss, the average sunshine in May is 11.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Hotchkiss is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Hotchkiss, CO
- Average high temperature in May: 57.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 34.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Hotchkiss, CO
- Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.25"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Hotchkiss, CO
- Average wind speed in May: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4mph).
Average humidity in May
Hotchkiss, CO
- Average humidity in May: 53%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (41%).
Average rainfall in May
Hotchkiss, CO
- Average rainfall in May: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.98").
Average rainfall days in May
Hotchkiss, CO
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Hotchkiss, CO
- Average snowfall in May: 1.42"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (15.43").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Hotchkiss, CO
- Average snowfall days in May: 1.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Hotchkiss, CO
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 18min
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 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Hotchkiss, CO
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8 days).
Average UV index in May
Hotchkiss, CO
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Hotchkiss, CO
- Average cloud cover in May: 23
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in May
Hotchkiss, CO
- 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 and February (4mi).
