May weather forecast
Costilla, NM

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Costilla, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between min 35.6°F (2°C) and max 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

The shift into May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in April to a refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C). Costilla's average low-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) in May reflects a significant disparity from the daytime highs.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 41%.

Rainfall

In Costilla, during May, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 72.2 rainfall days, and 8.82" (224mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Costilla, in May, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 57.6 snowfall days, and 28.58" (726mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Costilla, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:15 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.5h.

UV index

In Costilla, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 61.5°F (16.4°C) and 35.6°F (2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 41%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Costilla, in May, during 7.5 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in May?

In Costilla, during May, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:15 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Costilla, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Costilla, NM

Average temperature in May - Costilla, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 35.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Costilla, NM

Average pressure in May - Costilla, NM
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Costilla, NM

Average wind speed in May - Costilla, NM
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Costilla, NM

Average humidity in May - Costilla, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 41%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (38%).

Average rainfall in May
Costilla, NM

Average rainfall in May - Costilla, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.43").

Average rainfall days in May
Costilla, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Costilla, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Costilla, NM

Average snowfall in May - Costilla, NM
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Costilla, NM

Average snowfall days in May - Costilla, NM
  • Average snowfall days in May: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Costilla, NM
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Costilla, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Costilla, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Costilla, NM

Average UV index in May - Costilla, NM
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Costilla, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Costilla, NM
  • Average cloud cover in May: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in May
Costilla, NM

Average visibility in May - Costilla, NM
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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