May weather forecast
Buckhorn, NM

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Buckhorn, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 52.5°F (11.4°C) and 80.2°F (26.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of May brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a pleasant 72.7°F (22.6°C) in April to a warm 80.2°F (26.8°C). Against the high May temperatures, Buckhorn records an average drop to a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) at night.

Humidity

In Buckhorn, New Mexico, the average relative humidity in May is 23%.

Rainfall

In Buckhorn, during May, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 92.3 rainfall days, and 12.13" (308mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall in Buckhorn.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Buckhorn is 13h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:18 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Buckhorn, the average sunshine in May is 11.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Buckhorn is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During May, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Buckhorn in May?

Buckhorn in May has an average high-temperature of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Buckhorn?

The average relative humidity in May in Buckhorn, New Mexico, is 23%.

How much does it rain in Buckhorn in May?

In Buckhorn, New Mexico, in May, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Buckhorn?

In Buckhorn, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Buckhorn have in May?

In Buckhorn, the average day length in May is 13h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Buckhorn?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Buckhorn, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:18 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Buckhorn have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Buckhorn?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Buckhorn, NM

Average temperature in May - Buckhorn, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (52.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Buckhorn, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Buckhorn, NM

Average wind speed in May - Buckhorn, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Buckhorn, NM

Average humidity in May - Buckhorn, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 23%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (53%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (22%).

Average rainfall in May
Buckhorn, NM

Average rainfall in May - Buckhorn, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.2").

Average rainfall days in May
Buckhorn, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Buckhorn, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 3.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Buckhorn, NM

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Buckhorn, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Buckhorn, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Buckhorn, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Buckhorn, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 26.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Buckhorn, NM

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Buckhorn, NM

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 22).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in May
Buckhorn, NM

Average visibility in May - Buckhorn, 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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