Monthly climate guide
Colorado Springs weather in May
With highs near 18°C (65°F) and lows around 2°C (36°F), May feels mild in Colorado Springs. Rainfall averages about 61 mm (some rain) and the sky is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 5°C warmer than April and 9°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Seasonally, May counts as late spring in Colorado Springs.
- Expect a big gap between day and night — about 16°C.
- Colorado Springs is usually about 2°C cooler than Denver, 100 km away, in May.
- Temperatures are climbing — June is around 9°C warmer.
Avg high
18°C
65°F
Avg low
2°C
36°F
Rainfall
61 mm
some rain
Humidity
51%
relative
Sky
54%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Colorado Springs weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C / 39°F | -9°C / 17°F | 14 mm | 58% | 51% |
| February | 5°C / 40°F | -9°C / 16°F | 21 mm | 59% | 53% |
| March | 10°C / 51°F | -4°C / 24°F | 25 mm | 52% | 50% |
| April | 13°C / 56°F | -2°C / 28°F | 39 mm | 51% | 55% |
| May | 18°C / 65°F | 2°C / 36°F | 61 mm | 51% | 54% |
| June | 27°C / 80°F | 9°C / 49°F | 33 mm | 42% | 43% |
| July | 28°C / 82°F | 13°C / 55°F | 78 mm | 52% | 50% |
| August | 27°C / 80°F | 12°C / 53°F | 51 mm | 51% | 47% |
| September | 23°C / 74°F | 8°C / 46°F | 41 mm | 49% | 39% |
| October | 16°C / 61°F | 0°C / 32°F | 23 mm | 50% | 40% |
| November | 9°C / 49°F | -4°C / 25°F | 15 mm | 52% | 40% |
| December | 4°C / 38°F | -9°C / 17°F | 14 mm | 58% | 50% |
What to pack for May
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is May a good time to visit Colorado Springs?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Colorado Springs →Other United States cities in May
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Colorado Springs in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Colorado Springs?
May is a reasonable time for Colorado Springs: highs around 18°C and about 61 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Colorado Springs in May?
Average highs are about 18°C (65°F) and average lows about 2°C (36°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Colorado Springs in May?
Colorado Springs typically gets around 61 mm of rain in May — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Colorado Springs (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.