May weather forecast
Des Moines, NM

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Des Moines, New Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between min 51.4°F (10.8°C) and max 74.8°F (23.8°C).

Temperature

Des Moines, New Mexico, in May denotes a subtle temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of an enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C) in April to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). Despite drastic daytime highs, Des Moines logs an average low-temperature reading of 51.4°F (10.8°C) throughout May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 41%.

Rainfall

In Des Moines, in May, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 88.4 rainfall days, and 11.34" (288mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Des Moines aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Des Moines, there are 19.7 snowfall days, and 8.86" (225mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 9min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:08 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Des Moines, New Mexico, is 11.5h.

UV index

In Des Moines, New Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Des Moines in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Des Moines, is 74.8°F (23.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Des Moines?

The average relative humidity in May is 41%.

How many days does it rain in May in Des Moines?

In May, in Des Moines, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout May, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Des Moines?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Des Moines aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Des Moines?

In May, the average day length in Des Moines, New Mexico, is 14h and 9min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Des Moines?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Des Moines, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:08 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Des Moines?

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Des Moines?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Des Moines, New Mexico, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Des Moines, NM

Average temperature in May - Des Moines, 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
Des Moines, NM

Average pressure in May - Des Moines, 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
Des Moines, NM

Average wind speed in May - Des Moines, 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
Des Moines, NM

Average humidity in May - Des Moines, 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
Des Moines, NM

Average rainfall in May - Des Moines, 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
Des Moines, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Des Moines, 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
Des Moines, NM

Average snowfall in May - Des Moines, 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
Des Moines, NM

Average snowfall days in May - Des Moines, 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
Des Moines, NM

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Des Moines, 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
Des Moines, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Des Moines, 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
Des Moines, NM

Average UV index in May - Des Moines, 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
Des Moines, NM

Average cloud cover in May - Des Moines, 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
Des Moines, NM

Average visibility in May - Des Moines, 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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