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Vail Weather in May
May in Vail sees daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and lows of 0°C (32°F) at night. With around 69 mm (2.7 in) of snow/rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.
Rainfall in Vail in May
Typically, you can expect about 16 days of snow/rain this month, with 69 mm (2.7 in) on average. With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.
Temperature in Vail in May
In May, Vail gets moderate temperatures, with highs of 13°C (55°F). Nights cool to around 0°C (32°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 0°C (32°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July and August typically offer the best weather for Vail.
Vail Temperature in May
Min Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Max Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Chance of Rain
52%
Precipitation
69 mm (2.7 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
47% *
* Data from: Aspen, the United States of America (62 KM, 38 Miles).
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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 Vail in May
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days.
What To Do in Vail in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Barbeque4/10 -
Camping1/10 -
Outdoor sports6/10
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