May weather forecast
Alto, NM

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Alto, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average high of 71.2°F (21.8°C) and an average low of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

As Alto transitions into May, the average high-temperature is observed to slightly rise from a refreshing 64.6°F (18.1°C) in April to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C). A noteworthy thermal contrast characterizes Alto's May nights, with temperatures averaging at a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 32%.

Rainfall

In Alto, during May, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 105.3 rainfall days, and 18.5" (470mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Alto aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Alto, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.1 days and aggregates up to 11.26" (286mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 54min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:07 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11.5h.

UV index

In Alto, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Alto?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Alto, is 71.2°F (21.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity in Alto is 32%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Alto, during May, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Alto?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Alto. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Alto aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Alto?

In Alto, the average day length in May is 13h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:07 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.5h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Alto, NM

Average temperature in May - Alto, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Alto, NM

Average pressure in May - Alto, NM
  • Average pressure in May: 29.86"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Alto, NM

Average wind speed in May - Alto, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Alto, NM

Average humidity in May - Alto, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 32%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and December (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (30%).

Average rainfall in May
Alto, NM

Average rainfall in May - Alto, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
Alto, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Alto, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Alto, NM

Average snowfall in May - Alto, NM
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Alto, NM

Average snowfall days in May - Alto, NM
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Alto, NM

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Alto, NM
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Alto, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Alto, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Alto, NM

Average UV index in May - Alto, NM
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Alto, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Alto, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 21).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in May
Alto, NM

Average visibility in May - Alto, NM
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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