May weather forecast
Hobbs, NM

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Weather in May

With temperatures reaching comfortable highs, May dignifies the pre-summer season in Hobbs. Rising temperatures, increasing sunshine hours, and soaking rainfalls add vividness this month. The average rainfall heightens to 1.14" (29mm), marking a peak in precipitation. As June approaches, locals look forward to sunny summer mornings and warmer afternoons with decreased humidity. The intensity of the UV index also reaches its peak, indicating the start of the Summer solstice.

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings a subtle temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from 76.8°F (24.9°C) to a still moderately hot 83.8°F (28.8°C). Hobbs sees a large disparity in day to night temperatures in May, with the night temperature dropping to an average of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Humidity

In Hobbs, the average relative humidity in May is 37%.

Rainfall

In Hobbs, in May, during 8.4 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 81.7 rainfall days, and 11.5" (292mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:34 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:55 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11.4h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in May leads to these guidelines:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 83.8°F (28.8°C) and 60.4°F (15.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 37%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Hobbs, in May, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Hobbs, snow does not fall in April through September.

How many hours of daylight does Hobbs have in May?

In Hobbs, the average day length in May is 13h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:55 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Hobbs, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.4h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Hobbs, NM
  • Average high temperature in May: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Hobbs, NM

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Hobbs, NM

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (10.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Hobbs, NM

Average humidity in May - Hobbs, NM
  • Average humidity in May: 37%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (53%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (32%).

Average rainfall in May
Hobbs, NM

Average rainfall in May - Hobbs, NM
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Hobbs, NM

Average rainfall days in May - Hobbs, NM
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Hobbs, NM

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Hobbs, NM

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.9 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
Hobbs, NM

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Hobbs, NM

Average sunshine days in May - Hobbs, NM
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (15.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Hobbs, NM

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Hobbs, NM

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

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in May
Hobbs, NM

Average visibility in May - Hobbs, 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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