May Rainfall and Precipitation in The Rocky Mountains
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in the Rocky Mountains, 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.
The Rocky Mountains precipitation in May: frequently asked questions
How much snow/rainfall does the Rocky Mountains, the United States of America receive in May?
Rainfall in Breckenridge during May is on the lighter side, averaging about 58 mm (2.3 in). Expect predominantly dry weather punctuated by short showers.
How many days does it rain in the Rocky Mountains, the United States of America in May?
On average, Breckenridge has about 16 days days of rain in May.
Is May part of the rainy season in the Rocky Mountains, the United States of America?
No. May sits outside the typical rainy season in the Rocky Mountains, the United States of America, so you can expect drier conditions overall.
What is the wettest city in May in the Rocky Mountains, the United States of America?
Big Sky is the wettest city in the Rocky Mountains, the United States of America in May according to our database, with average snow/rainfall of around 92 mm (3.6 in).
What is the driest city in May in the Rocky Mountains, the United States of America?
In our records, Sun Valley stands out as the driest city in the Rocky Mountains, the United States of America for May, averaging just 30 mm (1.2 in).
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