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Denver weather in May

Long-run climate averages for Denver, CO in May, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

May at a glance

In May, Denver averages 71°F by day and 44°F at night. It is the wettest month of the year here.

May in Denver averages a daytime high of 71°F and an overnight low of 44°F, which reads as mild for this part of the world. It is also the wettest month, so build rain into any plan. Across the whole year Denver sees roughly 18 inches of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Denver forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Denver weather by month

what to expect in Denver through the year

Here is Denver's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Denver by season.

Jan
35°
11°
Cold
Feb
45°
15°
Cool
Mar
50°
23°
Cool
Apr
63°
33°
Mild
May
71°
44°
Mild
Wettest
Jun
82°
54°
Warm
Jul
89°
58°
Hot
Aug
88°
59°
Hot
Sep
83°
50°
Warm
Oct
70°
40°
Mild
Nov
51°
25°
Cool
Dec
47°
25°
Cool

Common questions

How warm is Denver in May?
Denver averages a daytime high of 71°F in May, with overnight lows around 44°F. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is May a good time to visit Denver?
The most comfortable time to visit Denver is usually April and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest May rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Denver in May?
May is the wettest month of the year in Denver, out of roughly 18 inches of precipitation across the year.

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