May weather forecast
Cañon City, CO

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Weather in May

May is when the summer begins to take charge in Cañon City. Temperatures see a significant upswing, spanning from 40.1°F (4.5°C) to 64.8°F (18.2°C). A notable characteristic is the complete cessation of snowfall days, marking the firm arrival of warmer weather. The relatively lower humidity and increased daylight hours make outdoor outings attractive. Nevertheless, watch out for the higher rainfall, a common denominator for this month's weather conditions.

Temperature

The start of May in Cañon City signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 55.8°F (13.2°C) in April to a comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C). Cañon City's nighttime temperatures in May reflect a stark contrast to the day's highs, falling to an average low of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Humidity

In Cañon City, the average relative humidity in May is 47%.

Rainfall

In Cañon City, in May, during 14.6 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cañon City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.6 days and collects up to 10.83" (275mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in May, Cañon City aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Cañon City, during the entire year, snow falls for 38 days and aggregates up to 23.94" (608mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Cañon City, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:18 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.5h.

UV index

In Cañon City, the average daily maximum UV index in May 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: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during May morphs into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Cañon City?

In May, in Cañon City, the average high-temperature is 64.8°F (18.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Cañon City?

The average relative humidity in May in Cañon City is 47%.

How many days does it rain in May in Cañon City?

In Cañon City, in May, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Cañon City?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Cañon City. During 1.1 snowfall days, in May, Cañon City aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length is 14h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Cañon City?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cañon City, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:18 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Cañon City?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Cañon City?

In Cañon City, Colorado, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Cañon City, CO

Average temperature in May - Cañon City, CO
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Cañon City, CO

Average pressure in May - Cañon City, CO
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

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

Average wind speed in May
Cañon City, CO

Average wind speed in May - Cañon City, CO
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Cañon City, CO

Average humidity in May - Cañon City, CO
  • Average humidity in May: 47%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (40%).

Average rainfall in May
Cañon City, CO

Average rainfall in May - Cañon City, CO
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.31").

Average rainfall days in May
Cañon City, CO

Average rainfall days in May - Cañon City, CO
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cañon City, CO

Average snowfall in May - Cañon City, CO
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cañon City, CO

Average snowfall days in May - Cañon City, CO
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cañon City, CO

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

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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cañon City, CO

Average sunshine days in May - Cañon City, CO
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Cañon City, CO

Average UV index in May - Cañon City, CO
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Cañon City, CO

Average cloud cover in May - Cañon City, CO
  • Average cloud cover in May: 20

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 23).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September, October and November (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in May
Cañon City, CO

Average visibility in May - Cañon City, 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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