May weather forecast
Chaparral, NM

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Weather in May

As temperatures continue to rise, the heat distinguishes May in Chaparral from its cool spring counterparts. One could expect, on average, maximum daily high temperatures of 84.7°F (29.3°C). The increased heat and sustained lack of snow typify a shift into summer. In Chaparral, May's wind speeds taper down slightly, creating a quieter, less windy environment. The city continues to enjoy soaring daylight hours, which complement outdoor activities and additional sunshine days.

Temperature

With the onset of May, the average high-temperature subtly transitions from 77.2°F (25.1°C) in April to a still moderately hot 84.7°F (29.3°C). May nights in Chaparral indicate a noticeable temperature drop from the daytime highs, with an average reading lowering to a moderate 60.3°F (15.7°C).

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 22%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Chaparral, in May, during 2.8 rainfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 62.9 rainfall days, and 6.65" (169mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Chaparral, New Mexico, snow does not fall in March through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:06 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is May in Chaparral?

Chaparral in May has an average high-temperature of 84.7°F (29.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 60.3°F (15.7°C).

What is the least humid month in Chaparral?

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 22%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in May in Chaparral?

In Chaparral, the average relative humidity in May is 22%.

How much does it rain in Chaparral in May?

In May, in Chaparral, New Mexico, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout May, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Chaparral?

March through October are months without snowfall in Chaparral, New Mexico.

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

In Chaparral, New Mexico, the average day length in May is 13h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Chaparral?

On the first day of May in Chaparral, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:06 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Chaparral have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Chaparral, New Mexico, is 11.7h.

When is the highest UV index in Chaparral?

The months with the highest UV index in Chaparral, New Mexico, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index reading in May in Chaparral?

In Chaparral, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Chaparral, NM

Average temperature in May - Chaparral, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 84.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (94.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Chaparral, NM

Average pressure in May - Chaparral, NM
  • Average pressure in May: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Chaparral, NM

Average wind speed in May - Chaparral, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Chaparral, NM

Average humidity in May - Chaparral, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 22%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (49%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (22%).

Average rainfall in May
Chaparral, NM

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.08").

Average rainfall days in May
Chaparral, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Chaparral, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Chaparral, NM

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

The months with the highest snowfall are February and December (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Chaparral, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Chaparral, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Chaparral, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 27.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Chaparral, NM

Average UV index in May - Chaparral, NM
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Chaparral, NM

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in May
Chaparral, NM

Average visibility in May - Chaparral, 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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