May weather forecast
Bayard, NM

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bayard, is a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 75°F (23.9°C) and min 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Bayard's average high-temperature sees a modest rise, moving from April's refreshing 67.8°F (19.9°C) to a warm 75°F (23.9°C). A pronounced dip becomes evident during the nights in May as Bayard logs a consistent average temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Humidity

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 26%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Bayard, New Mexico, during May, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. In Bayard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.7 days and collects up to 13.15" (334mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Bayard, New Mexico, snow does not fall in April through September.

Daylight

In Bayard, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of May in Bayard, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:15 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Bayard, the average sunshine in May is 11.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Bayard. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 75°F (23.9°C) and a low-temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C).

What is the least humid month?

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 26%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 26%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout May, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Bayard?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:15 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bayard have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Bayard?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Bayard, NM

Average temperature in May - Bayard, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 75°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Bayard, NM

Average pressure in May - Bayard, NM
  • Average pressure in May: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bayard, NM

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Bayard, NM

Average humidity in May - Bayard, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 26%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (56%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (26%).

Average rainfall in May
Bayard, NM

Average rainfall in May - Bayard, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Bayard, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Bayard, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bayard, NM

Average snowfall in May - Bayard, NM
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bayard, NM

Average snowfall days in May - Bayard, NM
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bayard, 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: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bayard, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Bayard, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 25.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Bayard, NM

Average UV index in May - Bayard, NM
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Bayard, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Bayard, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in May
Bayard, NM

Average visibility in May - Bayard, 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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