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Weather in Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado for May 2026

Your guide to Rocky Mountain National Park weather in May - trends and predictions

    Snow Forecast ❄️

  • With an average of 3 snowy days, Rocky Mountain National Park usually enjoys a light touch of snow in May.

  • Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Rocky Mountain National Park at the beginning of May is 7.9 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 12 °F by the end of May.

  • Rain 🌧️

  • Rocky Mountain National Park in May brings notable rainfall, with an average of 16 rainy days and a total precipitation of 201 mm.

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Average dry days
12
Dry days
Average rainy days
16
Rainy days
Average snowy days
3
Snow days
Average temperatures
12°/0°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
16 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
61 %
Avg humidity

Rocky Mountain National Park Weather May

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Temperatures trend during May in Rocky Mountain National Park

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May weather in Rocky Mountain National Park day by day

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Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
May 1 Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
5° /-7° 10.4 mm 3.6 cm
May 2 Sunny
Sunny
7° /-9° 0.6 mm 0 cm
May 3 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
14° /-6° 0.2 mm 0 cm
May 4 Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
14° /-3° 2.9 mm 0 cm
May 5 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
7° /1° 12 mm 0 cm
May 6 Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
3° /0° 22.5 mm 8.5 cm
May 7 Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
5° /-1° 5.5 mm 1.5 cm
May 8 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
10° /-6° 0.6 mm 0 cm
May 9 Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
13° /-2° 1.6 mm 0 cm
May 10 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
15° /-1° 0 mm 0 cm
May 11 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
18° /0° 0.1 mm 0 cm
May 12 Sunny
Sunny
20° /1° 0 mm 0 cm
May 13 Overcast
Overcast
19° /3° 0 mm 0 cm
May 14 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
10° /0° 6.6 mm 0 cm
May 15 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
8° /-1° 0.2 mm 0 cm
May 16 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
11° /-1° 0.1 mm 0 cm
May 17 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
12° /0° 3.7 mm 0 cm
May 18 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
10° /-1° 5 mm 0 cm
May 19 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
6° /0° 0.2 mm 0 cm
May 20 Sunny
Sunny
11° /0° 0 mm 0 cm
May 21 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
13° /-2° 0.2 mm 0 cm
May 22 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
13° /-3° 0.2 mm 0 cm
May 23 Cloudy
Cloudy
19° /1° 1.3 mm 0 cm
May 24 Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
11° /3° 3.7 mm 0 cm
May 25 Moderate or heavy rain with thunder
Moderate or heavy rain with thunder
8° /4° 16.9 mm 0 cm
May 26 Patchy light rain with thunder
Patchy light rain with thunder
6° /2° 13.4 mm 0 cm
May 27 Light rain shower
Light rain shower
13° /2° 11.1 mm 0 cm
May 28 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
10° /5° 36.2 mm 0 cm
May 29 Fog
Fog
12° /5° 3.3 mm 0 cm
May 30 Moderate or heavy rain with thunder
Moderate or heavy rain with thunder
17° /7° 42.5 mm 0 cm
May 31 Thundery outbreaks possible
Thundery outbreaks possible
18° /8° 0 mm 0 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Rocky Mountain National Park in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Rocky Mountain National Park forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.

Rocky Mountain National Park in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Rocky Mountain National Park during May?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 12° and colder nights, dipping below 0°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Rocky Mountain National Park during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 201 mm is expected in Rocky Mountain National Park during May, occurring over more than 16 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Rocky Mountain National Park in May 2026?
Rocky Mountain National Park experiences an average snowfall of 13.7 cm during May, occurring over 3 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Rocky Mountain National Park during May?
The average wind speed in Rocky Mountain National Park during May is 16 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

Rocky Mountain National Park snow forecast May 2026

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May rainfall patterns in Rocky Mountain National Park

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