May weather forecast
Black Rock, NM

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Black Rock, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 70.2°F (21.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, the average high-temperature subtly transitions from an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) in April to a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C). May nights showcase a dramatic shift from daytime highs to an average temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 29%.

Rainfall

In Black Rock, New Mexico, in May, during 6.6 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 78.6 rainfall days, and 9.76" (248mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Black Rock aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Black Rock, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.1 days and aggregates up to 17.76" (451mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:23 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Black Rock, records 70.2°F (21.2°C), while the low-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Black Rock?

In Black Rock, the average relative humidity in May is 29%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Black Rock, in May, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Black Rock?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Black Rock aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Black Rock, the average day length in May is 14h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:23 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Black Rock, 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Black Rock, NM

Average temperature in May - Black Rock, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Black Rock, NM

Average pressure in May - Black Rock, NM
  • Average pressure in May: 29.88"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Black Rock, NM

Average wind speed in May - Black Rock, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Black Rock, NM

Average humidity in May - Black Rock, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 29%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (24%).

Average rainfall in May
Black Rock, NM

Average rainfall in May - Black Rock, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
Black Rock, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Black Rock, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Black Rock, NM

Average snowfall in May - Black Rock, NM
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Black Rock, NM

Average snowfall days in May - Black Rock, NM
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Black Rock, NM

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Black Rock, NM
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Black Rock, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Black Rock, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Black Rock, NM

Average UV index in May - Black Rock, NM
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Black Rock, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Black Rock, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 14

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
Black Rock, NM

Average visibility in May - Black Rock, 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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