May Weather in Crested Butte

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Crested Butte, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 4°C (40°F). Highs can soar to 17°C (63°F), while lows may dip to -8°C (18°F). Typically, the humidity level in Crested Butte throughout May hovers around 66%.

-8°C (18°F)

Minimum temperature

4°C (40°F)

Average temperature

17°C (63°F)

Maximum temperature

66%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Crested Butte averages 47 mm (1.9 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 9 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 18 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 45 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 50% probability of sunny days during this period.

47 mm (1.9 inches)

Precipitation

9 rainy days

Rainy days

11 hours 45 minutes

Sunshine hours

50%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Crested Butte reaches a maximum of 13, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 4 7 10 12 13 12 10 7 4 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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