May weather forecast
Clovis, NM

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Weather in May

The month of May in Clovis brings about warmer temperatures, symbolizing the commencement of summer. Daily sunshine hours are on the rise providing the city with bright and sunny days. The rainfall increases to 1.02" (26mm), acting as a perfect respite from the heating temperatures. Spring slowly recedes as month progresses, making way for summer rainbow.

Temperature

Entering May, Clovis notices a subtle temperature elevation, with the average high-temperature advancing from April's pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C) to a moderately hot 80.1°F (26.7°C). Despite a significant deviation from daily highs, May sees an average nighttime temperature of 55.4°F (13°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 36%.

Rainfall

In Clovis, during May, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Clovis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86.6 days and collects up to 11.77" (299mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall in Clovis.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 58min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:59 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Clovis is 11.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Clovis, is 80.1°F (26.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 55.4°F (13°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Clovis, the average relative humidity in May is 36%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Clovis, during May, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Clovis, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Clovis, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:59 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Clovis have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Clovis, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Clovis, NM

Average pressure in May - Clovis, NM
  • Average pressure in May: 29.86"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Clovis, NM

Average wind speed in May - Clovis, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Clovis, NM

Average humidity in May - Clovis, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 36%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (34%).

Average rainfall in May
Clovis, NM

Average rainfall in May - Clovis, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in May
Clovis, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Clovis, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Clovis, NM

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Clovis, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.5 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
Clovis, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • 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, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Clovis, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Clovis, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14 days).

Average UV index in May
Clovis, NM

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Clovis, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Clovis, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in May
Clovis, NM

Average visibility in May - Clovis, 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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