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
Clayton's weather in May shows a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving slightly up from April's refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C) to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). During May, the nighttime temperature presents a clear descent from the daily peaks, falling to an average of 51.4°F (10.8°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Clayton, New Mexico, is 41%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout May, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Clayton, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.4 days and collects up to 11.34" (288mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Clayton are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Clayton. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Clayton aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Clayton, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.7 days and aggregates up to 8.86" (225mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 7min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:05 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 11.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Clayton is 6. 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: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Clayton?
How many hours of sunshine does Clayton have in May?
How high is the UV index in May in Clayton?
Average temperature in May
Clayton, NM
- Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Clayton, NM
- Average pressure in May: 29.85"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Clayton, NM
- Average wind speed in May: 12.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Clayton, NM
- Average humidity in May: 41%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (40%).
Average rainfall in May
Clayton, NM
- Average rainfall in May: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").
Average rainfall days in May
Clayton, NM
- Average rainfall days in May: 9.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Clayton, NM
- Average snowfall in May: 0.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Clayton, NM
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Clayton, NM
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 3min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Clayton, NM
- Average sunshine days in May: 19.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Clayton, NM
- Average UV index in May: 6
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Clayton, NM
- Average cloud cover in May: 18
The months with the most cloud cover are February, April and December (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in May
Clayton, 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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