Boulder in May
6.2out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 18°C. Very wet: about 16 rainy days.
18°CAvg high
3°CAvg low
16Rainy days (103 mm)
14:13 hDaylight
05:51Sunrise · 20:04 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 18°C
- Very wet: about 16 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.0 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C | -9°C | 23 mm | 6 | – | – | 4.7 |
| February | 5°C | -9°C | 26 mm | 7 | – | – | 4.7 |
| March | 10°C | -5°C | 50 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.5 |
| April | 13°C | -1°C | 77 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.9 |
| May | 18°C | 3°C | 103 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.2 |
| June | 24°C | 8°C | 77 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.2 |
| July | 27°C | 12°C | 75 mm | 15 | – | – | 7.1 |
| August | 26°C | 11°C | 71 mm | 15 | – | – | 7.1 |
| September | 22°C | 7°C | 54 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| October | 16°C | 1°C | 47 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.9 |
| November | 8°C | -5°C | 33 mm | 6 | – | – | 5.6 |
| December | 3°C | -9°C | 23 mm | 5 | – | – | 4.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Boulder in May?
Daytime highs average 18°C and nights about 3°C.
When is the best time to visit Boulder?
The best months are September, June.