May Rainfall and Precipitation in Colorado
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Colorado, the United States of America in May.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in May: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Colorado precipitation in May: frequently asked questions
How much snow/rainfall does Colorado, the United States of America receive in May?
Breckenridge stays mostly dry in May, with average snow/rainfall close to 58 mm (2.3 in).
How many days does it rain in Colorado, the United States of America in May?
Breckenridge sees roughly 16 days rainy days during May.
Is May part of the rainy season in Colorado, the United States of America?
No. May sits outside the typical rainy season in Colorado, the United States of America, so you can expect drier conditions overall.
What is the wettest city in May in Colorado, the United States of America?
Based on our records, Rocky Mountain National Park receives the most snow/rainfall in Colorado, the United States of America in May, averaging about 104 mm (4.1 in).
What is the driest city in May in Colorado, the United States of America?
In our records, Alamosa stands out as the driest city in Colorado, the United States of America for May, averaging just 16 mm (0.6 in).
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