Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May's arrival in Artesia, New Mexico, coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's warm 78.3°F (25.7°C) to a still moderately hot 85.6°F (29.8°C). Artesia records a marked divergence from the day's high temperatures, with nights in May averaging at an enjoyable 61°F (16.1°C).Humidity
In Artesia, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in May is 29%.Rainfall
In Artesia, in May, during 6.9 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 77 rainfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Artesia, New Mexico, snow does not fall in March through October.Daylight
In Artesia, New Mexico, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 52min.On the first day of May in Artesia, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:00 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Artesia is 11.6h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during May translates into the following directions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions
Is it hot in Artesia during May?
What is the average humidity in May in Artesia?
How much does it rain in Artesia in May?
When it does not snow in Artesia?
How many hours of daylight does Artesia have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Artesia?
How long on average sun shines in May in Artesia?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Artesia?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Artesia?
Average temperature in May
Artesia, NM
- Average high temperature in May: 85.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (95°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 61°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Artesia, NM
- Average pressure in May: 29.85"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Artesia, NM
- Average wind speed in May: 11.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8mph).
Average humidity in May
Artesia, NM
- Average humidity in May: 29%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (48%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (26%).
Average rainfall in May
Artesia, NM
- Average rainfall in May: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.2").
Average rainfall days in May
Artesia, NM
- Average rainfall days in May: 6.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Artesia, NM
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Artesia, NM
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Artesia, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Artesia, NM
- Average sunshine days in May: 22.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Artesia, NM
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Artesia, NM
- Average cloud cover in May: 13
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in May
Artesia, 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).
Artesia, New Mexico, USA
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