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Mount Crested Butte Weather in May

May in Mount Crested Butte sees daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and lows of -1°C (30°F) at night. Pack a rain jacket because some snow/rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Mount Crested Butte in May

You can expect snow/rain on around 12 days based on historical patterns, with 47 mm (1.9 in) average for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Mount Crested Butte in May

In May, expect moderate temperatures in Mount Crested Butte, with highs of 13°C (55°F) and lows of -1°C (30°F) at night. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights drop below freezing to -1°C (30°F). An extra blanket is worth packing if you're unsure about the heating where you're staying.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances for Mount Crested Butte.

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Mount Crested Butte Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -1°C (30°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 39%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 47 mm (1.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 47% *  
* Data from: Aspen, the United States of America (33 KM, 21 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in May

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Mount Crested Butte in May

Pack for changing conditions in Mount Crested Butte in May. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days.

What To Do in Mount Crested Butte in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Barbeque
4/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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