May Weather in Estes Park

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Estes Park, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 6°C (42°F). Highs can soar to 21°C (70°F), while lows may dip to -9°C (16°F). Typically, the humidity level in Estes Park throughout May hovers around 67%.

-9°C (16°F)

Minimum temperature

6°C (42°F)

Average temperature

21°C (70°F)

Maximum temperature

67%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Estes Park averages 145 mm (5.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 20 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 26 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 59 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 40% probability of sunny days during this period.

145 mm (5.7 inches)

Precipitation

20 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 59 minutes

Sunshine hours

40%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Estes Park reaches a maximum of 12, 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	11	12	11	9	6	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