Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Thornton, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 13°C (56°F). Highs can soar to 29°C (85°F), while lows may dip to -1°C (30°F). Typically, the humidity level in Thornton throughout May hovers around 66%.
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In May, Thornton averages 111 mm (4.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 14 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 22 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 48 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 43% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Thornton 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.
| 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 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 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 | ||||